Chair One Armrest
2010s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Beech
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Chairs
Linen, Walnut
2010s Italian Baroque Chairs
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cane, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Foam
Vintage 1950s French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Papercord, Birch, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Foam
Early 2000s Icelandic Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1930s European Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s Austrian Lounge Chairs
Velvet
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Foam
2010s Philippine Chairs
Wood, Hardwood
2010s German Chairs
Bentwood
Early 20th Century French Industrial Chairs
Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wicker
Vintage 1940s Czech Bohemian Chairs
Fabric, Beech
2010s Indian Chairs
Iron
2010s Indian Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1970s Dutch De Stijl Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Palisander
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal, Copper
Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Beech, Bentwood
2010s Danish Chairs
Plastic
2010s Danish Chairs
Leather, Oak
Antique 1850s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cowhide, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bouclé, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Fabric, Resin
2010s Danish Chairs
Plastic
Vintage 1930s French Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs
Velvet
2010s German Chairs
Bentwood
Vintage 1910s Chinese Art Deco Chairs
Hardwood
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Chair One Armrest For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Chair One Armrest?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
Office chairs should have armrests to support forearms and relieve strain on your shoulders and wrists.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Chairs with armrests are called armchairs. Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power. In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today's armchairs. Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are likely now central to tasks throughout your home. Shop a wide range of armchairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, it's okay to have just one accent chair. There are no rules when decorating a living room, so you're free to place one accent chair along with a loveseat and/or sofa in your seating area. When choosing your living room furniture, consider how much space you have and how many people will typically be sitting in the room at one time. Use this information as a guide. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of accent chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A one-piece chair is typically called a monobloc chair. The term typically refers to chairs crafted out of a single piece of a synthetic material, such as resin or polyethylene. In most cases, monobloc chairs are lightweight and stackable. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Whether you need one or two accent chairs depends on your personal preferences and the space. First, consider the layout of your room. In a small space, two accent chairs may make a seating area feel cramped, while having just one may result in a larger room feeling too empty. Also, think about how many people you're likely to entertain in your seating area and what other furniture is present in the space. If you frequently need additional seating to accommodate large groups, you may want to purchase a second accent chair. Find a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
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