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Vintage Indonesia Wooden Accent Chair with Pierced Circular Motifs Curving Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Indonesian wooden chair from the mid 20th century with pierced circular motifs. Created
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 34.5 in W 18.75 in D 18 in
Pair of Contemporary Curved Back Chairs with Modern Velvet
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage pair of contemporary shaped chairs upholstered in modern cream colored velvet with a
Category
Late 20th Century Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Modern Circular Dining Chair
By The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
modern comfort and Space Age chic. The circular form of the chair provides a supportive seating
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Cotton, Wood
Pair of Edwardian Circular Arm Chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A pair of Edwardian Circular Arm Chairs
A beautiful Pair of occasional chairs and a very unusual
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Side Chairs
Materials
Beech
Modern Circular Hanging Chair in Pieces for Economic Shipping
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The wheel hanging chair swing seat is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Afternoon Chair with Large Back by Lara Bohinc Grey Bouclé Fabric
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Afternoon chair has the majesty of a throne, with the huge circular backrest that reaches out and
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Afternoon Chair with Large Back by Lara Bohinc Cream Boucle Fabric
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Afternoon Chair has the majesty of a throne, with the huge circular backrest that reaches out and
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Vintage Channel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage Channel back swivel lounge chairs designed and manufactured in the United States
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Late 19th Century Pair of Circular Throne Chairs by Carlo Bugatti, Vellum
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Shrewsbury, GB
rare and important pair of Carlo Bugatti Circular throne chairs made from walnut, profusely inlaid and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Copper, Pewter
Afternoon Sculptural Chair with Large Back by Lara Bohinc Pink Boucle Fabric
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Afternoon chair has the majesty of a throne, with the huge circular backrest that reaches out and
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
H 43.86 in W 31.7 in D 22.45 in
Milo Baughman Style Extra Large Circular Two-Seat Club Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Westport, CT
Milo Baughman Style extra large circular two-seat club cair. Covered in off-white short pile velvet
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Late 18th Century Shield Back Hall Chair
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine George III mahogany hall chair, the shield back bear painted heraldic crests commemorating the
Category
Antique 1790s Scottish Hepplewhite Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century E W Godwin Mahogany Bow Back Chair William Watt
By Edward William Godwin, William Watt
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
An exceptional Bow back corner chair dating from the 1870s attributed to E W Godwin, probably made
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Vladimir Kagan Sculptural High Back Swivel Chairs in Textured Ivory Fabric
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
These Vladimir Kagan swivel chairs deliver an alluring raised collar high art esthetic. The sort of
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Pair of Mid-Century Milo Baughman Style Barrel Back Swivel Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
evolution of design. Offering a modern twist on the classic barrel back swivel accent chair is a
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ciclope Chair with Cushion by Qvinto Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Ciclope Chair With Cushion by Qvinto Studio
Unique Piece. Handmade.
Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of 1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane back Chairs model 5700a
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Pair of 1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cane back Chairs model 5700a. The continuous laminated ash
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Button Back Swivel Chair in Holly Hunt Umber Fabric
Located in New York, NY
This refined Mid-Century Modern chair was realized in the United States circa 1960. It features a
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Euphoria chair with recycled PP backrest by Gabriel Freitas
Located in São Paulo, SP
application in the back of the chair of a material produced from recycled PP in an open source process called
Category
2010s Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern Sling Chair with Genuine South African Leather in Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with a sheet of natural
Category
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Arts & Crafts Inlaid Rush Seat and Back Chair in the Style of George Walton
By George Walton
Located in London, GB
An Arts & Crafts rush seat and rush back side chair in the style of George Walton with inlaid
Category
20th Century British Arts and Crafts Side Chairs
Materials
Rush, Ebony, Oak
H 41 in W 17 in D 16.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Button Back Swivel Arm Chairs in Holly Hunt Velvet
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and sculptural pair of button back swivel arm/ lounge chairs were realized in the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 32 in W 31 in D 33 in
Regency Mahogany Hall Chair with Armorial Crest
Located in Essex, MA
The chair back with oval crest with painted monogram over a tapered splat with coat of arms , wood
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Regency Side Chairs
Materials
Yew
Ebonized Regency Wood Side Chair in Black with Stick and Ball Gold Details
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
a great room. The spindle back is accented with gold circular carved wood pieces. It reminds us of
Category
20th Century American Regency Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Paint
H 35.5 in W 17 in D 15.5 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Green Leather by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Black Leather by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Orange Leather by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with White Leather by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Yara Chair
By PROSA
Located in Itajaí, SC
wood in the studio. The circular legs and the back leg were made of solid steambent wood. In this
Category
2010s Brazilian Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set Of 5 Antique Dining Chairs, Scottish, Buckle Back Seat, William IV, C.1835
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of 5 antique dining chairs. A Scottish, rosewood buckle back seat, dating to the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 34.85 in W 17.92 in D 20.67 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Black Fabric 1 by Barber & Osgerby
By Emeco, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Green Fabric 1 by Barber & Osgerby
By Emeco, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with White Fabric 2 by Barber & Osgerby
By Emeco, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Black Fabric 2 by Barber & Osgerby
By Emeco, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with White Fabric 1 by Barber & Osgerby
By Emeco, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Green Fabric 2 by Barber & Osgerby
By Emeco, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Orange Fabric 1 by Barber & Osgerby
By Emeco, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Orange Fabric 2 by Barber & Osgerby
By Emeco, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Light Blue Leather by Barber & Osgerby
By Emeco, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Dark Blue Leather by Barber & Osgerby
By Emeco, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Orange with Walnut seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Green with Walnut seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in White with Walnut seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Black with Walnut seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Light Blue Fabric 1 by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Light Blue Fabric 2 by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Dark Blue Fabric 2 by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
On & On Stacking Chair in Plastic with Dark Blue Fabric 1 by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in White with Ash Plywood seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Orange with Ash Plywood seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Black with Ash Plywood seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Dark Blue with Oak seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Green with Ash Plywood seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Light Blue with Walnut seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in White with Oak Plywood seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Light Blue with Oak seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Green with Oak Plywood seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Dark Blue with Ash seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Black with Oak Plywood seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
Emeco On & On Stacking Chair in Dark Blue with Walnut seat by Barber & Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The On & On Collection by Barber & Osgerby for Emeco breaks new ground with a circular way of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 30.9 in W 15.9 in D 17.75 in
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Chair With Circular Back For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal chair with circular back for your home. Each chair with circular back for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. If you’re shopping for a chair with circular back, we have 1089 options in-stock, while there are 199 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chair with circular back — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A chair with circular back, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Emeco and Joanina and David Pastoll each produced at least one beautiful chair with circular back that is worth considering.
How Much is a Chair With Circular Back?
Prices for a chair with circular back can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $166 and can go as high as $533,840, while the average can fetch as much as $4,000.
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 Chair With Circular Back
- 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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