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High Chairs in Teak from India
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Vintage set of four teak high chairs from India, simple and robust, also suitable for outdoors
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Agra Living Room Sets

Materials

Teak

High Chairs in Teak from India
High Chairs in Teak from India
H 30.32 in W 20.08 in D 16.54 in
Pierre Jeanneret Teak Conference Chair from the City of Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
A single teak office chair by Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967) from Chandigarh, India. Cane seat and
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Raj Chair Metal Clad Over Teak Handcrafted in India by Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Chair used in Colonial India in the mid 1800s, and retains the distinctive mix of English Colonial style
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century, Kangaroo Chairs, Teak, Cane, India, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century, Kangaroo Chairs, Teak, Cane, India, 1960s Pierre Jeanneret
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Gajanan Upadhyay, Slipper Chairs, Rattan, Teak, Velvet, NID, India, c. 1964
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare and possibly unique slipper chairs / lounge chairs. Produced for the Ford Foundation
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rattan, Teak

Colonial Settee Arm Chairs Antique India 3 Piece Suite Padauk Wood
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Sought after antique three piece suite from India We date this to circa 1840 and it's hand carved
Category

Antique 1840s Chairs

Materials

Padouk

Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane chairs, India 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Pierre Jeanneret “Office Cane Chairs” created in the 1950s for the city of Chandigarh in India, the
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane chairs, India 1950s
Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane chairs, India 1950s
H 30.71 in W 20.87 in D 21.26 in
Jour Jali Back Chair in Teakwood Handcrafted in India by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Rajasthan, renowned designer Paul Mathieu designed this elegant char. This elegant chair is handmade from
Category

2010s American Other Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, circa 1955-1956, Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
details. Provenance: I.B.H.O, Chandigarh, India. We have more Pierre Jeanneret office chairs. Each chair
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Teak, Cane

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Montera Chair with Arms in Genuine Leather Pelle SC 66 India Light Brown
By Roberto Lazzeroni, Poltrona Frau
Located in New York, NY
The Montera chair with arms designed by Roberto Lazzeroni has a formal lightness that expresses the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ash

Jour Jali Back Chair in Metal Clad Over MDF Handcrafted in India by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Rajasthan, renowned designer Paul Mathieu designed this elegant char. This elegant chair is handmade from
Category

2010s American Other Chairs

Materials

Teak

Four X Frame Chairs by Pierre Jeanneret & Eulie Chowdhury, Chandigarh India 1959
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
Chair known as ‘Cane seat wood back chair’ in solid teak and braided canework. Solid ‘banner’ type
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

An Unusual Child's Planters Chair From the home of Micheal & Eleanora Kennedy
Located in Hudson, NY
again in a Hamptons life styles publication. The chair is made of teak in India an indigenous hard wood
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Anglo-Indian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Gio Ponti Chairs from Augustus Ocean Liner - Pairs X3
By Gio Ponti
Located in Hanover, MA
Three pairs of extremely rare and highly coveted chairs designed by Gio Ponti and produced by
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Ballerina Chair - Version: T
Located in Jaipur, IN
The Ballerina Chair, a masterpiece of design by Siddhant Bothra from XYZ DESIGNS, embodies the
Category

2010s Indian Modern Chairs

Materials

Linen, Foam, Wood, Ash

Ballerina Chair - Version: T
Ballerina Chair - Version: T
H 33.71 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in
Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Iconic easy chair by Pierre Jeanneret from the administrative offices of Chandigarh, India
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chair
Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chair
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 25.99 in
Pierre Jeanneret Senate Chair in Cowhide, 1950s Chandigargh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning teak Senate chair fully reupholstered in a cappuccino cowhide designed by Pierre Jeanneret
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Teak

Reclaimed Teak Droplet Dining Chair
Located in London, GB
The Droplet dining chair is the perfect choice for the discerning homeowner who desires furniture
Category

2010s Indian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Reclaimed Teak Droplet Dining Chair
Reclaimed Teak Droplet Dining Chair
H 22.01 in W 23.51 in D 37.25 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Chair, ca. 1960
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
This piece comes from the famous Chandigarh project in India, as when India gained independence in
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, Chair, ca. 1960
Pierre Jeanneret, Chair, ca. 1960
H 28.35 in W 14.97 in D 17.92 in
Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chairs Set of 8
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A beautiful set of 8 Pierre Jeanneret floating back office chairs in solid teak. All chairs are in
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Cane

Vintage Recycled Iron "Champagne" School Chairs
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage metal school chairs made from recycled iron scraps. Resemble miniature chairs made with
Category

Late 20th Century Indian Chairs

Materials

Iron

OHIO chair by Namit Khanna
By Namit Khanna
Located in Moradabad, IN
and finished with a radiant finish, it personifies understated elegance. A cross between a chair and a
Category

2010s Indian Chairs

Materials

Iron

OHIO chair by Namit Khanna
OHIO chair by Namit Khanna
H 27.56 in W 21.07 in D 22.05 in
Ohio Chair by Namit Khanna
By Namit Khanna
Located in Moradabad, IN
and finished with a radiant finish, it personifies understated elegance. A cross between a chair and a
Category

2010s Indian Chairs

Materials

Iron

Ohio Chair by Namit Khanna
Ohio Chair by Namit Khanna
H 27.56 in W 21.07 in D 22.05 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Writing Chair, circa 1960
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
This piece comes from the famous Chandigarh project in India, as when India gained independence in
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, Writing Chair, circa 1960
Pierre Jeanneret, Writing Chair, circa 1960
H 32.68 in W 25.2 in D 21.66 in
Set of 6: Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs Ahmedabad
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
A breathtaking set of very early Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs. With so many Jeanneret chairs on
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Library Chairs PJ-SI-51-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of library chairs originally made for the University of Punjab Library in Chandigarh in 1955
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Library Chairs PJ-SI-51-A
Pierre Jeanneret Library Chairs PJ-SI-51-A
H 30.3 in W 19.7 in D 18.5 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Type Chair, ca. 1958-59
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
This piece comes from the famous Chandigarh project in India, as when India gained independence in
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, Type Chair, ca. 1958-59
Pierre Jeanneret, Type Chair, ca. 1958-59
H 31.89 in W 17.52 in D 20.67 in
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Pair of Easy Chairs from the administrative offices of Chandigarh (PJ-SI-29-A). The pair
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chairs
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chairs
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 25.99 in
Antique Indian Hand Carved Teak Chair 1940s
Located in Bjuråker, SE
A beautiful hand-carved Indian chair in teak wood. The rich appearance of the chair has been given
Category

Vintage 1940s Indian Anglo-Indian Chairs

Materials

Rope, Hardwood, Teak

Antique Indian Hand Carved Teak Chair 1940s
Antique Indian Hand Carved Teak Chair 1940s
No Reserve
H 40 in W 25 in D 18 in
Pair of Library Chairs by Pierre Jeanneret, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Jeanneret, library chair, a pair, India, 1952-1965 H.C 14 / 33, 43, 47, 79 Meaning
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, Rare Armless Easy Chair, Chandigarh, 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Jeanneret; Le Corbusier; Armless easy chair; India; Chandigarh; 1955; 1950s; Mid-Century
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Cane, Wood

Set of 3 Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs PJ-SI-28-B
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in San Francisco, CA
This set of 3 office chairs were used throughout the decades in various administrative buildings in
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-Rare Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is very rare and iconic design piece. Very few examples of this chair design are known
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Set of Library Chairs by Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Jeanneret, library chair, set of four, India, 1952-1965 Measures: H.C 14 / 33, 43, 47, 79
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Arm Chair, Chandigarh c. 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
are directly from Chandigarh, India. The chair has been lightly washed and polished. The wear to the
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Set of 2 Chairs Louis XV style in White Bronze Clad, Club Chair by P. Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV Set of 2 Chairs is designed by the renowned designer Paul Mathieu. He chose the name
Category

2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal

Set of 8 Dining Chairs Louis XV Style in Copper Clad, Club Chair by P. Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV set of 8 dining chairs is designed by the renowned designer Paul Mathieu. He chose the
Category

2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal, Copper

Antique High Back Wooden Throne Chair with Richly Hand-Carved Back and Skirt
Located in Yonkers, NY
majestic 19th-century wooden "Throne" chair, originating from India, stands as a remarkable example of
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Chairs, Model PJ-SI-32-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare and authentic pair of chairs by Pierre Jeanneret. Model number PJ-SI-32A in soft Italian
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair PJ-SI-28-A 'Authentic'
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is a fantastic piece, almost iconic. It is raw in its simplicity and "warm" with that
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Louise Club Chair in Medium Hammered Brass Over Teak Wood by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
side arms of this exceptionally elegant chair are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Brass

Louise Club Chair in Copper Over Teak wood by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
side arms of this exceptionally elegant chair are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Copper

Armless Easy Chair by Pierre Jeanneret rattan, teak & wood, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
, known as "Armless easy chair", was created for the city of Chandigarh in India, the utopian city
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood, Teak

Set of Two Louise Club Chairs in Copper Over Teakwood by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
side arms of this exceptionally elegant chair are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Copper

Louise Club Chair in Copper Over Teakwood by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
side arms of this exceptionally elegant chair are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Copper

Anglo-Indian Dowry Chair: Regal Silvered Elegance w Rams' Heads & Leopard Seat
Located in New York, NY
(5 Available) This exceptional Anglo-Indian silvered Dowry Chair is a remarkable piece of furniture
Category

20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Chairs

Materials

Tin

Pierre Jeanneret Pj-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is a fantastic piece; finally it's iconic. It appears so simple and yet so precise
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chairs with Rare Stencil Marks
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Pair of easy chairs from the administrative offices of Chandigarh (PJ-SI-29-A). This pair presents
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Louise Club Chair in Copper Over Teak wood by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
side arms of this exceptionally elegant chair are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Copper

Louise Club Chair in Copper Over Teak wood by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
side arms of this exceptionally elegant chair are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Copper

Louise Club Chair in Copper over Teak Wood by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
side arms of this exceptionally elegant chair are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Copper

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is an iconic piece. It appears so simple and still so precise, where proportions seems
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Antique Carved Wood Chair #2
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique solid wood carved chair. Believed to be from late 1800s or early 1900s.
Category

20th Century Indian Primitive Corner Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Carved Wood Chair #2
Antique Carved Wood Chair #2
H 27 in W 17 in D 13.5 in
Primitive Handcrafted Organic Highback Naga Chair in Solid Teak, Wabi Sabi Style
Located in Odense, DK
One of a kind charming authentic primitive stump chair made in a single solid hardwood. Hand carved
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Teak

Set of Three Louise Club Chairs in Medium Hammered Brass Over Wood by P. Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
side arms of this exceptionally elegant chair are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Louise Club Chairs in Medium Hammered Brass Over Wood by P. Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
side arms of this exceptionally elegant chair are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Louise Club Chairs in Medium Hammered Brass Over Wood by P. Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
side arms of this exceptionally elegant chair are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Chairs Fine Hammered in Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Art Deco Chairs, a stunning Art Deco Chairs set designed by the renowned Paul
Category

2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal

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Chairs From India For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the chairs from India you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each chairs from India for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. There are 53 variations of the antique or vintage chairs from India you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chairs from India, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A chairs from India is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one chairs from India that is appealing in its simplicity, but Pierre Jeanneret, Madam Chair and Mehraban Rugs produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Chairs From India?

A chairs from India can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,588, while the lowest priced sells for $735 and the highest can go for as much as $101,679.
Questions About Chairs From India
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Miniature painting was started in India by the Palas of Bengal, who are considered the pioneers of the art form. Indian miniatures are small, detailed paintings that can be traced back to the 9th century. Shop a collection of miniature paintings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A club chair is called a club chair because the accent chairs became popular in the interior décor of gentleman's clubs in France. The original name for the club chair is “fauteuil confortable," which translates to "comfortable chair." You'll find a collection of club chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair can be easily explained in that garden armchairs are called Adirondack in the USA and Muskoka in Canada. While they both have short legs, bent reclining seats, wide armrests and high backs, the Adirondack chair is 2 inches higher from the floor and 2 inches wider. The Adirondack chair uses a flat yoke at the back while Muskoka might use curved yokes. Shop for an Adirondack chair or Muskoka chair on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Today, a captain's chair is typically used for providing seating at a kitchen or dining table. The name of the chair comes from the fact that furniture of this type once provided seating for a ship's officers in lounge areas. Shop a large collection of captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A hanging chair is a type of chair that is hung by a hook to the ceiling or a stand. It does not have legs and can swing freely. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage hanging chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A glider chair is a type of rocking chair that moves like a swing seat.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Hitchcock chairs are 19th century-style chairs that were popular in the middle class as an emblem of social mobility. The chairs were affordable due to their easily mass-produced stenciling technique that replaced earlier painting designs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A gilt chair is a chair whose frame is made of gold or is covered with a small substance that looks like gold. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of gilt chairs from different periods and in a range of design styles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019

    A bergere chair is a type of armchair with an upholstered back and armrests on upholstered frames. The style originated in France during the 18th century.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A bentwood chair is a chair made out of wood that has been steamed and formed into its desired shape. The iconic No. 14 chair made by Thonet is a well-know chair made in this technique. There are many bentwood chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cane chairs feature a woven pattern on either the seat or the back. They're called “cane” chairs because the woven part is made of cane, which is basically the skin of a rattan vine. Once it's peeled off, it's woven into the intricate pattern for furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A prayer chair, or a prayer bench, can sometimes also be called a prie-dieu and is a desk or chair created specifically for prayer or devotional studies. These religiously significant pieces of furniture appeared in different places around the globe and are very different in shape and appearance. Shop a collection of prayer chairs and prayer benches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.