What is the back of a chair called?

The 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 yoke back chair?

Yoke 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 splat back chair?

A 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 lyre back chair?

A 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 Windsor back chair?

A 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.

What is a bow back chair?

A 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 channel back chair?

A 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 low back chair?

A 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 comb back chair?

A 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?

A 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 sling back chair?

A 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 spoon back chair?

A 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.

How do I reupholster a barrel back chair?

Reupholster 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.

When were cane back chairs popular?

While 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.

When were balloon back chairs made?

Balloon 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.

What is a high back office chair?

A 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.

What are rounded back chairs called?

Countless 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.

How do you upholster a channel back chair?

To 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.

What era are ladder back chairs from?

Ladder back chairs have a timeless design that was popular in several eras. Early examples date back to the Middle Ages. The wooden chairs became very popular in colonial America and England during the 17th century. Shop a range of antique and vintage ladder back chairs on 1stDibs.

What era are balloon back chairs?

Balloon 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.

Brass Back Chairs

Curved Mid Century Chair

Art Deco Wing Chair

Curved Swivel

Ming Style Black Lacquered Horseshoe Back Lounge Chair

$2,400

H 29.5 in W 29.5 in D 26 in

Ming Style Black Lacquered Horseshoe Back Lounge Chair

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is an Asian inspired black lacquered horseshoe back lounge chair with brass accents and bands adorning the piece.

Category

20th Century American Ming Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

6 Brass Swan and Black Lyre Back Folding Chairs in the style of Maison Jansen

$9,000 / set

H 36 in W 16 in D 15.5 in

6 Brass Swan and Black Lyre Back Folding Chairs in the style of Maison Jansen

By Samuel Copelon

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of six folding chairs in the style of Maison Jansen. The set are all newly powder coated black, with freshly polished brass swan and Lyre backs and brass claw feet.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Lawson-Fenning Curved Back Swivel Chair, Brown Velvet, Modern Lounge Chair

$4,175 / item

H 31 in W 34 in D 34 in

Lawson-Fenning Curved Back Swivel Chair, Brown Velvet, Modern Lounge Chair

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The curved back swivel chair by Lawson-Fenning is a tuxedo style lounge chair with curved corners and a metal base. The chair features down-wrapped, removable seat and back cushions....

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 6 1940s Hollywood Regency Tufted Curved Back Dining Chair Brass Handles

$1,800 / set

H 39 in W 24 in D 20 in

Set of 6 1940s Hollywood Regency Tufted Curved Back Dining Chair Brass Handles

By William Billy Haines, Grosfeld House

Located in St. Louis, MO

Set of 6 Glamorous Hollywood Regency Dining chairs with tufted curved backs, splayed rear legs with brass koi fish handles.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Lawson-Fenning Curved Back Swivel Chair, White Bouclé, Modern Lounge Chair

$5,175 / item

H 31 in W 34 in D 34 in

Lawson-Fenning Curved Back Swivel Chair, White Bouclé, Modern Lounge Chair

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The curved back swivel chair by Lawson-Fenning is a tuxedo style lounge chair with curved corners and a metal base. The chair features down-wrapped, removable seat and back cushions....

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Romeo Rega high-backed dining chairs

$1,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 43.31 in W 18.9 in D 22.45 in

Set of 3 Romeo Rega high-backed dining chairs

By Romeo Rega

Located in Bern, CH

Set of 3 incredibly stylish 1970's Romeo Rega Hollywood Regency high-backed dining chairs. Brass plated metal construction.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Metal

Louise Bar Chair with Sage Color, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

$771 / item

H 39.38 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Louise Bar Chair with Sage Color, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louise Bar Chair with Taupe Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

$771 / item

H 39.38 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Louise Bar Chair with Taupe Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Lawson-Fenning Curved Back Swivel Chair, Grey Bouclé, Modern Lounge Chair

$5,175 / item

H 31 in W 34 in D 34 in

Lawson-Fenning Curved Back Swivel Chair, Grey Bouclé, Modern Lounge Chair

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The curved back swivel chair by Lawson-Fenning is a tuxedo style lounge chair with curved corners and a metal base. The chair features down-wrapped, removable seat and back cushions....

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Louise Chair with Sage Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

$711 / item

H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Louise Chair with Sage Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louise Bar Chair with Salmon Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

$771 / item

H 39.38 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Louise Bar Chair with Salmon Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Trolley Low Back Lounge Chair by Phase Design

$7,740 / item

H 32.01 in W 31.74 in D 30.52 in

Trolley Low Back Lounge Chair by Phase Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Trolley Low Back Lounge Chair by Phase Design Dimensions: D 77.5 x W 80.6 x H 81.3 cm.

Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Trolley High Back Lounge Chair by Phase Design

$8,469 / item

H 40.99 in W 31.74 in D 31.5 in

Trolley High Back Lounge Chair by Phase Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Trolley High Back Lounge Chair by Phase Design Dimensions: D 80 x W 80.6 x H 104.1 cm.

Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Louise Chair with Taupe Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

$711 / item

H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Louise Chair with Taupe Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic t...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louise Chair with Sage color Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

$711 / item

H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Louise Chair with Sage color Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louise Chair with Salmon Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

$711 / item

H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Louise Chair with Salmon Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louise Chair with Salmon Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

$711 / item

H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Louise Chair with Salmon Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern Classic t...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Deco Suede Sculptural Curved Back Dining Chairs Newly Reupholstered - 6

$8,995 / set

H 36 in W 19 in D 20 in

Art Deco Suede Sculptural Curved Back Dining Chairs Newly Reupholstered - 6

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Italian Art Deco Sculptural Curved Back Dining Chairs Newly Reupholstered in a Holly Hunt Blue Suede - Set of 6 Completely custom restored and newly reupholstered in Holly H...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Chinoiserie Ming Style Yoke Back Chairs Black Lacquered Style James Mont

$3,495

H 29.5 in W 31 in D 27 in

Vintage Chinoiserie Ming Style Yoke Back Chairs Black Lacquered Style James Mont

By Century Furniture, James Mont

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful vintage Asian Chinoiserie Ming style yoke back chairs with black lacquered frames & brass details in the style of James Mont.

Category

20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Barrel Back Accent Chair

$2,600

H 27.5 in W 26 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Barrel Back Accent Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This mid-century modern accent chair features a sculptural, cut-out profile with an upholstered barrel back that connects to an upholstered seat raised on black lacquered walnut spla...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid-Century High Back Dining Chairs, Ebonized Wood, Brass and Upholstery

$660 / item

H 34 in W 16 in D 17 in

Vintage Mid-Century High Back Dining Chairs, Ebonized Wood, Brass and Upholstery

Located in San Francisco, CA

Six traditional upholstered dining chairs with a high back, square base, and brass-plated back panel.

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Musician Chairs with Adjustable Seat and Back in Oak by Vilhelm Lauritzen, 1942

$19,409 / item

H 32.09 in W 15.75 in D 20.08 in

Musician Chairs with Adjustable Seat and Back in Oak by Vilhelm Lauritzen, 1942

By Vilhelm Lauritzen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Musician Chairs with Adjustable Seat and Back in Oak, Brass and Niger Leather by Vilhelm Lauritzen, 1942 Additional Information: Material: Oak, brass and niger leather Style: Mid ce...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Lloyd Round Back Lounge Chair by Crump and Kwash

$3,650 / item

H 31.5 in W 30 in D 28 in

Lloyd Round Back Lounge Chair by Crump and Kwash

By Crump and Kwash

Located in Baltimore City, MD

Lloyd Lounge Chair by Crump and Kwash Solid maple frame / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass rungs / shearling wrapped back support / shearling seat top / premium foam cushion ...

Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Ralph Lauren High Back Tiger Dining Accent Chair

$2,900

H 43.5 in W 24 in D 28 in

Ralph Lauren High Back Tiger Dining Accent Chair

By Ralph Lauren, Thibaut

Located in Lambertville, NJ

This handsome generously sized dining chair features a tufted back and seat, new aged brass nail head trim, and square mahogany-stained legs with H stretcher base.

Category

1990s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Ralph Lauren High Back Tiger Dining Accent Chair

$2,900

H 43.5 in W 24 in D 28 in

Ralph Lauren High Back Tiger Dining Accent Chair

By Ralph Lauren, Thibaut

Located in Lambertville, NJ

This handsome generously sized dining chair features a tufted back and seat, new aged brass nail head trim, and square mahogany-stained legs with H stretcher base.

Category

1990s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

3 High-Backed Chairs, Cordoba Leather Trim with Native American Decor, Spain

$2,940 / item

H 56.3 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in

3 High-Backed Chairs, Cordoba Leather Trim with Native American Decor, Spain

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

3 high-backed chairs, Cordoba leather trim with Native American decor and cupids framing a floral arrangement. Ornamentation of copper cabochons on the border. Spain 19th century. Pr...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Renaissance Chairs

Materials

Brass

Louise Bar Chair with Sage Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

$771 / item

H 39.38 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Louise Bar Chair with Sage Steel Structure, Perforated Steel Back and Upholstery

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Intended for modern working, dining, and living, the Louise chair combines a clean, steel structure, perforated steel back and upholstery resulting in an effortless modern classic th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

8 Italian Neoclassical Style High Back Lattice and Brass Inlay Dining Chairs

$6,200 / set

H 40 in W 20 in D 24 in

8 Italian Neoclassical Style High Back Lattice and Brass Inlay Dining Chairs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

8 Italian neoclassical style high back lattice and brass inlay dining chairs. Listing includes 8 side chairs, brass inlay, lattice cutout, tall curved backs, solid wood construction,...

Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Milo Baughman Barrel Back Lounge Chair by Thayer Coggin

$3,000

H 26 in W 27.5 in D 31 in

Milo Baughman Barrel Back Lounge Chair by Thayer Coggin

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Highland, IN

This barrel-back club chair is classic Baughman. Clean lined, elegant and comfortable, the round brass base has both swivel and tilt function.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

ISA Bergamo Pair of Wing Back Lounge Chairs, circa 1950

$24,000

H 37 in W 32 in D 26 in

ISA Bergamo Pair of Wing Back Lounge Chairs, circa 1950

By ISA Bergamo

Located in New York, NY

Gio Ponti for ISA Bergamo Pair of Lounge Chairs, circa 1950 A very elegant pair of Gio Ponti designed high back modernist wing lounge chairs; their highly sculptural shape is timeles...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Italian Neoclassical Style High Back Brass Inlay Dining Side Chairs - Set of 8

$4,800 / set

H 40 in W 20 in D 24 in

Italian Neoclassical Style High Back Brass Inlay Dining Side Chairs - Set of 8

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style High Back Brass Inlay Dining Side Chairs - Set of 8. Listing includes 8 side chairs with brass inlay, lattice cutouts, tall curved backs, solid woo...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of French Napoleon III Ebonised Bandeau-Back Side Chairs by H.Lemoine Paris

$7,824

H 36.42 in W 20.28 in D 19.69 in

Pair of French Napoleon III Ebonised Bandeau-Back Side Chairs by H.Lemoine Paris

By Lemoine

Located in London, GB

Beautiful pedigree for this pair of very handsome and delicately proportioned ebonised chairs, with a well-documented Parisian atelier lineage. (Atelier lineage attached to the latt...

Category

Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Brass

High Back Dining Chair by Jules Wabbes

$5,800 / item

H 39 in W 26 in D 23 in

High Back Dining Chair by Jules Wabbes

By Jules Wabbes

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A high back armchair with the original tan leather upholstery and a solid brass base.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Ralph Lauren High Back Tiger Dining Accent Chairs, Pair

$5,800 / set

H 43.5 in W 24 in D 28 in

Ralph Lauren High Back Tiger Dining Accent Chairs, Pair

By Thibaut , Ralph Lauren

Located in Lambertville, NJ

These handsome generously sized dining chairs feature tufted backs and seats, new aged brass nail head trim, and square mahogany-stained legs with H stretcher bases.

Category

1990s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

1950s Samuel Copelon Swan and Lyre Back Chairs

$16,000 / set

H 36 in W 15.5 in D 20.5 in

1950s Samuel Copelon Swan and Lyre Back Chairs

By Maison Jansen, Samuel Copelon

Located in New York, NY

Set of 6 Maison Jansen style Swan and Lyre Back Chairs by Samuel Copelon. The folding chairs have brass swans to the top on each side.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Pair of Italian 1950's Leather High Back Wing / Lounge Chairs

$14,500

H 36 in W 26 in D 28 in

Pair of Italian 1950's Leather High Back Wing / Lounge Chairs

Located in New York, NY

A pair of sculptural high-back Italian wing chairs, with beautifully curved arm and back supports, supported on splayed and tapered black painted metal and brass legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern High Back Side Chair by Paolo Buffa, 1950s

$1,146

H 43.31 in W 16.93 in D 16.15 in

Mid-Century Modern High Back Side Chair by Paolo Buffa, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern high back side chair Design by Paolo Buffa for Marelli & Colico. Striking Italian design from the 1950s. Lacquered beech frame with origin...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

High-Back Dining Chairs by Aldo Tura, Italy, 1962

$11,850 / set

H 47.64 in W 22.45 in D 21.66 in

High-Back Dining Chairs by Aldo Tura, Italy, 1962

By Aldo Tura

Located in Antwerp, BE

Designed in 1962 by Aldo Tura and produced by Tura Atelier in Milan, these high-back dining chairs reflect the designer’s refined and unmistakable material vocabulary.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair Louis XV Fruitwood Brass Nailed Leather Upholstered Cane Back Armchairs

$3,996Sale Price|20% Off

H 37 in W 24 in D 23 in

Pair Louis XV Fruitwood Brass Nailed Leather Upholstered Cane Back Armchairs

Located in Germantown, MD

Pair of Louis XV Style Fruitwood Brass Nail Studded Leather Upholstered Cane Back Armchairs. Very good vintage condition. Some fading on Stinciled gold trim and silver trims. Measu...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Brass

Lloyd Barrel Back Lounge and Accent Chair by Crump and Kwash

$3,650 / item

H 32 in W 30 in D 28 in

Lloyd Barrel Back Lounge and Accent Chair by Crump and Kwash

By Crump and Kwash

Located in Baltimore City, MD

Lloyd lounge chair by Crump and Kwash Solid wood frame / acrylic finish / solid brass rungs / leather wrapped back support / leather seat top / premium foam cushion Dimensions: 30”...

Category

2010s North American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Oak High Back Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair

$1,195 / set

H 41.5 in W 21 in D 24.5 in

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Oak High Back Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair

By Henredon

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern high back side chairs or dining chairs By Henredon USA, Circa 1970s Solid carved oak frames, with brass-capped feet and upholstered seats and...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style Beech Curved Back Dining Chairs

$3,864 / set

H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 17.33 in

Pair of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style Beech Curved Back Dining Chairs

Located in Reading, Berkshire

An Elegant Pair of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Style Beech Curved Back Hallway Chairs With Upholstered Seats & Brass Leg Cups 1930's.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

1960s French Toile Barrel Back Wood Castors Chairs, Set of 2

$2,450

H 25 in W 25 in D 27 in

1960s French Toile Barrel Back Wood Castors Chairs, Set of 2

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning chairs you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it bei...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chiavari Brass Side Chairs, 1950s, Italy

$5,293 / set

H 46.46 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chiavari Brass Side Chairs, 1950s, Italy

By Chiavari

Located in Rome, IT

Elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern Vintage brass side chairs or chairs . Polished brass high back side chairs with shapely crest rails and spindled backs by Chiavari.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Walnut Cane Back and Upholstered Side Chair

$550

H 38.5 in W 19.5 in D 22.5 in

Mid-Century Walnut Cane Back and Upholstered Side Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

A Mid-Century Walnut Cane Back and Upholstered Side Chairs. Good vintage condition. We have a matching pair available in a separate listing. Measures 19.5" in width, 22.5" in depth a...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Unusual Pair Henry Glass Style Barrel Back Tub Lounge Chairs Mid-Century

$4,450 / set

H 29 in W 32.5 in D 27 in

Unusual Pair Henry Glass Style Barrel Back Tub Lounge Chairs Mid-Century

By Lawrence Peabody

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Unusual pair of Henry Glass style barrel back tub lounge chairs. We love the lower profile barrel backs along with the splayed walnut and brass legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Lloyd Vanity and Desk Low Back Arm Chair by Crump and Kwash

$1,750 / item

H 27 in W 23 in D 21 in

Lloyd Vanity and Desk Low Back Arm Chair by Crump and Kwash

By Crump and Kwash

Located in Baltimore City, MD

Lloyd Accent chair by Crump and Kwash Solid wood frame / hand rubbed oil finish / brushed brass or bronze rungs / leather wrapped back support / recessed leather seat cushion D...

Category

2010s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Steel

No. 989 T-Back Cube Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

$3,900

H 30 in W 31 in D 29 in

No. 989 T-Back Cube Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 2006. Full top grain leather construction with patinated brass plates frame. Designed by Milo Baughman in the 1960s.

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Billy Haines Style Barrel Back Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern, Pair

$3,250 / set

H 30 in W 31 in D 26 in

Sculptural Billy Haines Style Barrel Back Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern, Pair

By William Billy Haines

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Lovely pair of sculptural Billy Haines style barrel back lounge chairs. Upholstery is clean but is dated-reupholstery is recommended.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Hypatia Side Chair With Unglazed Leather Seat And Back On Walnut Frame

$2,900 / item

H 33 in W 18 in D 21 in

Hypatia Side Chair With Unglazed Leather Seat And Back On Walnut Frame

By Brett Paulin, Alex Stap

Located in Toronto, Ontario

The Hypatia side chair is beautifully Minimalist in design. Subtle and thoughtful details highlight the implicit characteristics of the materials, ultimately working in harmony to cr...

Category

2010s Canadian Minimalist Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

1940s Neoclassical Style Brass Lion Barrel Suede Chair

$3,795

H 32 in W 30 in D 30 in

1940s Neoclassical Style Brass Lion Barrel Suede Chair

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1930s with this exquisite dining chairs set. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of history and refinement. Outstanding design ...

Category

Vintage 1940s European Neoclassical Revival Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Set of six Italian high back dining chairs with arms

$12,247 / set

H 38 in W 21.66 in D 23.63 in

Rare Set of six Italian high back dining chairs with arms

Located in London, GB

A rare set of six high back dining room chairs with arms . All newly restored and upholstered in midnight blue brushed cotton velvet with antique brass pins to the rear .

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 French Charles X Beige Upholstered Spindle Back Dining Side Chairs

$12,000 / set

H 34 in W 17.5 in D 19 in

Set of 4 French Charles X Beige Upholstered Spindle Back Dining Side Chairs

Located in Queens, NY

SET of 4 French Charles X dining / side chairs with slightly sloped rectangular openwork backs in a carved arch design featuring an applied brass urn flanked by 2 medallions, upholst...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Charles X Side Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Club Chair with Loose Back Cushion and Hand Rolled Seat and Wood Turned Legs

$5,800 / item

H 32 in W 31 in D 33 in

Club Chair with Loose Back Cushion and Hand Rolled Seat and Wood Turned Legs

By LF Upholstery

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Gladys club chair is a deco Classic beauty with loose back cushion made of feather and down and square back and arms with clean seams - it has a solid seat with hand-stitched rol...

Category

2010s American American Classical Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1970s Low Profile Barrel Back Club Chairs, Style of Harvey Probber

$2,920Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 27 in W 27 in D 29 in

Pair of 1970s Low Profile Barrel Back Club Chairs, Style of Harvey Probber

By Harvey Probber

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of 1970s Low Profile Barrel Back Club Chairs, Style of Harvey Probber Each one of sleek proportions, raised on trellis blackened wood frame fitted with castors. Upholstered in n...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Set of 4 Outdoor English Regency Brass Side Chairs

$5,400 / set

H 37.5 in W 17 in D 17.5 in

Set of 4 Outdoor English Regency Brass Side Chairs

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 4 Outdoor English Regency style (20th Cent) steel and brass trimmed sleigh back side chairs with stretcher and dolphin detail.

Category

20th Century British Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Italian Wood & Fabric High-Back Mid Century side chairs from Minotti, Set of 2

$1,176 / set

H 48.82 in W 21.26 in D 18.12 in

Italian Wood & Fabric High-Back Mid Century side chairs from Minotti, Set of 2

By Ezio Minotti

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This pair of side chairs was produced in Italy by Ezio Minotti around 1950. The chairs are made from a wooden structure with a floral fabric seat and remain in a good vintage condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Brass

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Brass Back Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of brass back chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique brass back chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and fabric. We have 334 antique and vintage brass back chairs in-stock, while there are 46 modern editions to choose from as well. Brass back chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Modern brass back chairs are consistently popular styles. Brass back chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Chiavari, Milo Baughman and Mastercraft are consistently popular.

How Much are Brass Back Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,312, while they’re typically $275 on the low end and $28,750 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.

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