19th Century Arm Chair
$763Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Arm Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Its a beautiful comfortable chair for you to relax, real soft .
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Pair of Mid Century Arm chairs
$2,800 / set
Pair of Mid Century Arm chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful pair of Arm chairs with inlayed wood,cane and raw silk
Category
20th Century American Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Charles Ramos Pair of Mid-Century Arm Chairs, 1950’s
$4,682Sale Price / set|27% Off
Charles Ramos Pair of Mid-Century Arm Chairs, 1950’s
By Charles Ramos
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Charles Ramos designer Vintage arm chairs, created 1950-1959 The oak legs and streamlined backrest make them very comfortable and give them a very pure and almost futuristic ...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
pair of fully refurbished mid-century arm chairs in custom woven leather
Located in Bronx, NY
the chairs were purchased from an estate and have been fully restored and reupholstered win a woven leather. The finish on the arms is in a matte lacquer.
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Nino Zoncada Prod. Cassina Fabric Wood and Brass Mid-Century Arm Chair, 1960
By Nino Zoncada, Cassina
Located in Roma, Lazio
Icon of the company, Nino Zoncada designed this armchair which later characterized and influenced all the seats of the last century. Extraordinary design and extraordinary comfort; r...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Nino Zoncada Prod. Cassina Fabric Wood and Brass Mid-Century Arm Chair, 1960
By Nino Zoncada, Cassina
Located in Roma, Lazio
Icon of the company, Nino Zoncada designed this armchair which later characterized and influenced all the seats of the last century. Extraordinary design and extraordinary comfort; r...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Architectural Mid Century Style Arm Chair by The Superior Chaircraft Corp. 1986
By Knoll, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century arm chair having an exposed architectural frame constructed of oak with brown/orange tweed upholstered back and seat cushions, with brown vinyl piping.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Set of 5 Norman Cherner For Plycraft Steam Bent Plywood
By Plycraft, Norman Cherner
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 5 American Mid-Century arm chairs with beige painted steam bent plywood frames and orange vinyl upholstered backs and seats.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Mid Century Jamestown Lounge Company British Oak Armchair 1930/40's
By Jamestown Lounge Company
Located in New York, NY
Rare mid century arm chair made by the Jamestown Lounge Company, as part of the sought after British Oak series, circa 1930/40's.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Czech Bentwood Arm Chairs by Jindrich Halabala
$4,200 / set
Czech Bentwood Arm Chairs by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Jacksonville Beach, FL
Designed between 1950-1959 these mid-century arm chairs feature bentwood arms with a well worn patina that only comes with truly vintage pieces.
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Bentwood
6 Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 2 Chinese Chippendale dining chairs by Century Furniture Faux bamboo in an antiqued finish with neutral silk blend seat cushions. Set includes two armchairs Measures: 39"...
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Mid-20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mark Hampton Collection Hickory Chair Wicker Rattan Lounge Arm Club Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mark Hampton Collection by Hickory Chair Wicker Rattan Rolled Arm Sunroom Lounge Arm Club Chair.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Vintage Arm chair by Leolux in blue leather, 1990s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
The Netherlands / 1990 / arm chair / Leolux / wood, leather / Vintage / Mid-Century Arm chair in blue leather on castors made by Leolux, The Netherlands.
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Oscar De La Renta Trellis Back Arm Chair #1
By Century Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar De La Renta Trellis arm dining chair for Century Furniture. Extremely rare and we have 2 available, so buy both and have a pair.
Category
Early 2000s American Other Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Revival Occasional Arm Desk Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Mid 20th century Spanish revival arm chair. Made from mahogany with flared arms, turned supports and a carved fluer stretcher.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century Extended Arm Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine 19thc extended arm Windsor chair is in fine condition.Has a nice mello patina.This is an English Windsor chair.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Chairs
Materials
Wood
One Hickory Furniture Traditional Arm Dining Side Chair (3 available)
$380Sale Price / item|20% Off
One Hickory Furniture Traditional Arm Dining Side Chair (3 available)
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Hickory One Hickory Furniture Traditional armchair Suitable for dining or guest usage, these chairs display traditional lines paired with a modern contemporary fabric. 3 available...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Revival Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
4 Vintage Hickory Chair Jessica Charles Mann Half Arm Tufted Club Dining Chairs
$2,100Sale Price / set|30% Off
4 Vintage Hickory Chair Jessica Charles Mann Half Arm Tufted Club Dining Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four vintage Jessica Charles for Hickory Chair Co Mann half arm dining chairs featuring a slightly flared form with tufted upholstery, half arms and tapered legs. Dimension...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Linen Arm Chair
$3,690 / item
Linen Arm Chair
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This style dates from the mid- to late 19th century, France. This chair has antique brass casters on front legs with Classic lines and proportions.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Linen
Pair of Hickory c1960s Very fine Mahogany Queen Ann Bases Arm Wingback Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Hickory c1960s Very fine Mahogany Queen Ann Bases Arm Wingback Chairs
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20th Century American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Mid Century Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a King and Queen set of chairs made in the Chinese Chippendale style. The backs and arms have nice fretwork and the seats are made of cane.
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Italian Arm Chairs
$3,800 / set
Mid-Century Italian Arm Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A sculpted walnut frame, winged armrests, and royal blue upholstery add to the mid-century appeal. This sleek and comfortable living room set makes the perfect addition to any seatin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Arm Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This retro walnut lounge chair features sculpted hardwood frame and quality vintage fabric. The unique design of this piece makes a comfortable and stylish addition to any setting. P...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
19th Century Upholstered Flemish Arm Chair from France
Located in High Point, NC
19th century walnut Flemish arm chair from France. This is a lovely Flemish armchair made from walnut and newly upholstered in linen.
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs
Materials
Linen, Walnut
18th Century Pennsylvania Windsor Arm Chair, Solid Oak
Located in Norton, MA
Adorable antique pair of knuckle arm, sack back, Pennsylvania Windsor armchair is in fine sturdy condition.
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Antique 19th Century North American Chairs
Materials
Wood
Upholstered 18th Century Italian Walnut Arm Chairs
$12,500 / set
Upholstered 18th Century Italian Walnut Arm Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These 18th-century Italian walnut armchairs feature intricate carvings and gilt accents, upholstered in a sophisticated oyster-colored Belgian linen. The design harmoniously blends B...
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Chairs
Materials
Linen, Walnut
Vick Arm Outdoor Chair
$2,165 / item
Vick Arm Outdoor Chair
Located in Paris, FR
Chair Vick arm outdoor with frame structure in stainless steel in coral finish, chair with armrests with seat and backrest made in outdoor wood in coral finish. Stackable chairs. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
French 19th Century Set of Eight Side Chairs and Two Arm Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant set of ten French dining chairs, comprising eight side chairs and two armchairs, exemplifies the grace and craftsmanship of 19th-century French design. The chairs are cr...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
18th Century French Spoon Back Bergere Arm Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
18th Century French Spoon Back Bergere Arm Chair With later leaf print upholstery & cushion seat 26"W x 27"D x 38.5"H Seat height 20"
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Antique 18th Century Bergere Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Amish Continuous Arm Windsor Chair in Maple.
$1,111Sale Price|35% Off
Late 20th Century Amish Continuous Arm Windsor Chair in Maple.
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Late 20th Century Amish crafted Oak Continuous Windsor Armchair with Spindle Back. A true definition of elegance and simplicity. Measures 19" in width, 25" in depth and 38 1/2" in ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Other Chairs
Materials
Oak
Chin Hua Set of 8 Dining Chairs 4 Side & 2 Arm by Raymond K. Sobota for Century
By Century Furniture, Raymond K. Sobota
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage set of eight Chin Hua dining chairs 6 side and 2 armchairs by Raymond K. Sobota for Century Furniture.
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
19th Century Antique Dutch Mahogany Marquetry Arm / Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
19th century antique Dutch mahogany marquetry arm / desk chair having a charming shaped top and shaped centre splat, shaped arms and shaped cabriole legs with claw and ball feet to t...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Materials
Other
20th Century Chinese Burnt Bamboo Brighton Style Arm Chair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a wonderful Chinese Brighton style burnt bamboo arm chair. It has a vintage embroidered linen cushion that does show slight wear. It is in very good condition.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Aesthetic Movement Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
Vintage cane Round back Arm Chairs
$864Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vintage cane Round back Arm Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage cane Round back Arm Chairs 25x24x30 Seat height 16 Arm Height 26
Category
Late 20th Century Chairs
Materials
Wood
Late 19th Century Regency Style Walnut and Leather Arm Chair
Located in Sheridan, CO
Regency Style Walnut and Leather Arm Chair . Beautiful woodwork. Great condition. Small rip in leather seat, but is stable. Dimensions Arm height - 28.5 Seat height - 18.5 Seat dep...
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Antique Late 19th Century British Regency Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Frankl Style Bamboo Rattan Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
Paul Frankl style bamboo rattan arm chair with new Starfish upholstery. Slight wear to frame finish.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
Wide Carved Walnut Frame Vintage French Arm Chair w/ Matching Ottoman Chaise
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Wide Carved Walnut Frame Vintage French Arm Chair w/ Matching Ottoman Chaise ottoman dimensions: 32" x 23" x 19"
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20th Century American French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Warren Platner Arm Chair by Knoll, Mid-Century Modern, 1977
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single Warren Platner Arm chair made by Knoll. Distinctive wire design with pedestal motif and rounded back.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Wire
19th Century French Bergere Rosewood Arm Chair
$1,592Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century French Bergere Rosewood Arm Chair
Located in Nashville, TN
Featured is an exquisite Louis XVI Rosewood Bergère Chair, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and style. This chair is not just a piece of furniture; it's a work of art that will el...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Chinoiserie Tortoise Bamboo Arm Chair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A gorgeous barrel-back bamboo armchair. This piece reminds us of a Brighton Pavillion chair. It has a rounded barrel back with a split bamboo back and seat. The arms feature pieces o...
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
4 Mid Century Modern Jay Spectre Century Leather Game Lounge Arm Dining Chairs
$1,470Sale Price|30% Off
4 Mid Century Modern Jay Spectre Century Leather Game Lounge Arm Dining Chairs
By Jay Spectre
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four mid century modern Jay Spectre for Century Furniture game or office chairs featuring sloped arm and beige / tan leather.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Tubular Chrome Fabric Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Tubular Chrome Fabric Upholstered Arm Chair.
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Walnut Wingback Arm Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall mid century walnut wingback arm chair This chair measures: 38 wide x 44 deep x 39 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and an arm height of 26 inches Ready for...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
French Louis XVI-style Arm Chair, 19th Century
Located in Houston, TX
Elegant French arm chair from the late 19th century that embodies the timeless grace of the Louis XVI era, featuring beautifully distressed painted frames, hand carved crest rails, f...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Chinese Huanghuali Arm Chairs
$6,325 / set
Pair of Chinese Huanghuali Arm Chairs
Located in Norton, MA
Pair of Chinese Huanghuali arm chairs and carved Floral Medallion on the center of the backsplat, and with gracefully curved arms having a rich natural patina and distinctive grain. ...
Category
20th Century English Chippendale Chairs
Materials
Wood
French Louis XVI-style Arm Chair, 19th Century
Located in Houston, TX
Elegant French arm chair from the late 19th century that embodies the timeless grace of the Louis XVI era, featuring beautifully distressed painted frames, hand carved crest rails, f...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish Vamdrup Stolefabrik Teak Arm Chair
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Danish arm chair. Made by the coveted Vamdrup Stolefabrik group. Marked Made in Denmark on the bottom. A beautiful original green striped boucle upholstery. Acqui...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-Century Pair of Svegards Markaryd Scandinavian Arm Chairs
By Svegards Markaryd
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stylish and highly collectible pair of Svegards Markaryd Scandinavian arm chairs, embodying the clean lines, organic forms, and exceptional craftsmanship that define classic Nordic...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Giltwood Single Open Arm Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century French giltwood single open arm chair with finely carved lyre motif.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Giltwood
Late 19th Century Pair of Louis XIV Style Fauteuils 'Open Arm Chairs'
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 19th century pair of Louis XIV style fauteuils (open arm chairs), French.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century White Washed Chippendale Brighton Style Bamboo Arm Chairs - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of mid-century whitewashed Chinese Chippendale style bamboo chairs with new blue and white upholstery. The seat height with the cushion is 20”. The cushion is loose ov...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Scroll Arm Swivel Lounge / Arm Chairs, Faux Shearling
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Mid-Century Modern scroll arm swivel lounge / arm chairs, Faux Shearling Low profile swivel chairs newly re-upholstered in a blue boucle esque faux shearling fabric.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Bouclé, Wood
Pair of Egyptian Revival Arm Chairs
Located in Woodbury, CT
Fine pair of French Egyptian revival mahogany chairs with parcel gilt dolphins and paw feet. Gold damask covering. Superb carving on both sides of barrel shaped rails resting on ge...
Category
Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Antique Wooden Barrel Arm Chairs Chairs
$1,750Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair of Antique Wooden Barrel Arm Chairs Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Beautiful pair of antique chairs full of Wabi-Sabi style. These chairs have perfectly imperfect raw wooden structure. The craftsmanship details on them is unmatched. Chairs are in ...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Chairs
Materials
Wood
Stackable arm chairs in mid century style, modern and made new.
Located in Best, NL
Designed by Jacob Nitz for Bogaerts, this set of four brand-new armrest dining chairs combines refined materials with a contemporary, lightweight aesthetic. The seats feature a walnu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair Offered is a Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair in the styl...
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Caned & Carved Wood Arm Chairs
$550 / set
Pair of Caned & Carved Wood Arm Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th century Pair of caned & carved wood arm chairs, beautifully hand carved floral scroll design on backs.
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20th Century Chairs
Materials
Wood
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Century Arm Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the century arm chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A century arm chair — often made from wood, fabric and upholstery — can elevate any home. Find 4065 options for an antique or vintage century arm chair now, or shop our selection of 46 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect century arm chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each century arm chair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Louis XV or Louis XVI hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made century arm chair over the years, but those crafted by Charles and Ray Eames, Knoll and Milo Baughman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Century Arm Chair?
Prices for a century arm chair start at $1 and top out at $110,000 with the average selling for $2,950.
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 Century Arm Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a mid-century chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wassily chairs are indeed considered mid-century modern. Although the chair was initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925, it was re-released in the 1960s. Shop a collection of mid-century modern goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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Yellow Rush Chair
Concrete Garden Ball
Copper Light Doors
Crystal Bathtub
Dedar Milano Pillow
Dorothy Dandridge