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Six Teak Chinoiserie Dining Chairs by Hickory Furniture
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six teakwood chinoiserie dining chairs from Hickory Furniture.
Silk blend, tone on tone
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique Chinoiserie Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of antique Chinoiserie chairs, probably French, 19th century. They retain their wonderful deep
Category
Antique 19th Century French Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
1900 Antique Asian Chinoiserie Meticulously Carved Corner Chair
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1900 Antique Asian Meticulously Carved Chinoiserie Corner Chair. This chair is a statement piece.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Brighton Pavilion Chinoiserie Bamboo Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Unique pair of Chinese Chippendale bamboo chairs with an inset on inside back panel of each chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
Victorian Chinoiserie era Molded Plaster Chaise Percée Commode Chair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
this artful chair was no doubt from an upper class or aristocratic home.
Formed of oak and iron with a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Gesso, Upholstery, Oak
Pair of 19th Century Hand-Painted Ebonized Chinoiserie Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of 19th century hand-painted ebonized Chinoiserie armchairs with cane backs and newly
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
19th-C. English Red Chinoiserie Child’s Bergere Chair in Linen
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is wonderful! It is a late 19th century red chinoiserie child’s chair newly upholstered in a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood
19th Century English Queen Anne Red Lacquered Chinoiserie Side Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful 19th century English Queen Anne red lacquered chinoiserie side chair. Pretty hand painted
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Wood
Late 20th Century Vintage Chinoiserie Official’s Hat Chairs, a Pair
Located in Hartville, OH
A brilliant pair chinoiserie officials arm chairs. Gorgeous hand painted details cover ever inch of
Category
Late 20th Century East Asian Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Wood
19th Century Chinoiserie Lacquered Chair from England
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century Chinoiserie lacquered chair from England.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Chinoiserie Yoke Back Scholar Chair
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Chinese Yoke back scholar chair. Classic style with cane seat. Wonderful coloring and lines.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Materials
Cane, Elm
Exquisite Pair of Chinoiserie Ming Style Carved Rosewood Chairs Asian Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Exquisite pair of Chinese carved rosewood chairs made in the Classic Ming style. Featuring
Category
Vintage 1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
H 30.5 in W 26.5 in D 28 in
Vintage Chinoiserie Ming Style Yoke Back Chairs Black Lacquered Style James Mont
By Century Furniture, James Mont
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Asian Chinoiserie Ming style yoke back chairs with black lacquered frames & brass
Category
20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 29.5 in W 31 in D 27 in
Postmodern Chinoiserie Cantilever Dining Chairs
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing set of 4 postmodern/chinoiserie cantilever dining chairs. Each feature a black Asian
Category
Vintage 1980s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Chinoiserie Bamboo Rattan Ming Style Arm Lounge Chair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Bring Eastern elegance home with the Chinoiserie Bamboo Rattan Ming Style Arm Lounge Chair, a
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Chinoiserie Pagoda Arm Chairs
By James Mont
Located in Southampton, NJ
A striking pair of Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie armchairs with all original ebonized wood frames
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs
Materials
Brass
'2' Regency Asian Chinoiserie Style Tufted Club Chairs
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Chinoiserie Style Tufted Barrel Back Club Lounge Armchairs
Approximate Measurements in Inches
31" high at
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Chinoiserie Club Chairs
Materials
Satin, Cotton
1970s Vintage Black lacquered Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Chair
Located in Hartville, OH
Beautiful black lacquer chinoiserie desk chair fresh from the upholstery artisans. Wrapped in a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Materials
Lacquer
Chippendale Chinoiserie Regency Bamboo and Rattan Arm Chairs by Ficks Reed Set 4
By Ficks Reed
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
original colorway, this beautiful set includes four chairs. Each chair is created from rattan and bamboo
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30 in W 25.5 in D 24 in
Chinoiserie Cockpen Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Chinoiserie Cockpen dining side chair, the trellis back above an upholstered drop-in seat, on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese George III Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Antique American Robert Mitchell Carved Chinoiserie Savonarola Dragon Chair 1900
Located in Portland, OR
Chinoiserie taste with carved dragons, which is very rare indeed!
The chair with carved ball finials and a
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 46.5 in W 26.5 in D 27 in
Vintage Chinoiserie Pagoda Figural Carved Mahogany Fireside Parlor Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Pagoda Figural Carved Mahogany Fireside Parlor Lounge Chairs - Pair. Circa
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 43 in W 27 in D 28 in
Stunning Pair Chinoiserie Barrel Back Rosewood Chairs Jack Lenor Larsen
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning pair of barrel back Chinoiserie rosewood lounge chairs. These Fine chairs are upholstered
Category
Vintage 1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Stunning Pair Chinoiserie Barrel Back Rosewood Lounge Chairs Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning pair of barrel back Chinoiserie rosewood lounge chairs. These Fine chairs are upholstered
Category
Vintage 1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Regency Chinoiserie Decorated Side Chairs, a Pair, in the Sancsoucie manner
Located in San Francisco, CA
This pair of chairs is exquisitely styled, the chinoisery is fine and European in style.
The chairs
Category
Antique 1820s English Regency Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood
H 41.5 in W 19.5 in D 16.5 in
1950s French Carved Oak Chair in Brunschwig & Fils Chinoiserie Leopard Fabric
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a carved French side chair that was upholstered in a 1970s Brunschwig & Fils leopard
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
H 35 in W 18 in D 19 in
Elegant Pair of Chinoiserie Slipper Lounge Chairs Reupholstered In Your Fabric
By James Mont
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Pair of Chinoiserie Slipper Lounge Chairs, circa 1940s. These chairs are currently being
Category
Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 41 in W 22.25 in D 26.5 in
Expertly Reupholstered Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chairs by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Hartville, OH
A rich, decadent black lacquered finish wraps these beautiful chairs by Century Furniture in the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 31 in D 27 in
Six Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Pagoda Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of six Classic chinoiserie inspired dining chairs. The set has 2-arm and 4 side chairs, feature
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
18th/19th Century Venetian Chinoiserie Rococo Chair
Located in Forney, TX
A most charming Italian hand painted, carved, and woven cane side chair with beautiful heavily worn
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XV Side Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood, Paint
19th Century Chinoiserie Queen Anne Style Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nicely detailed Queen Anne chair. Seat was originally can but now hard upholstered in new mohair
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Side Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood, Paint
Wicker Bamboo Chair with Blue Upholstered Seat in the Chinoiserie Style
Located in New York, NY
upholstered seat cushion, in the Chinoiserie design style, circa mid-20th century. A great piece to add to
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Corner Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo, Wicker
Vintage Chinoiserie Wooden Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage chinoiserie wooden dining chairs. The seat features two captains chairs and 4 side chairs
Category
Vintage 1980s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of 19th Century Green Queen Anne Revival Chinoiserie Bergere Chairs
Located in Hastings, GB
light green paint, with applied gilt chinoiserie decoration throughout. All canework has been
Category
Antique 1890s English Chinoiserie Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 32.68 in W 23.63 in D 24.02 in
Pair of English Chinoiserie Side Chairs with Caned Seats, Circa 1870's
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Charming pair of diminutive English lacquered wood hand painted chinoiserie chairs with cane seats
Category
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Chinoiserie Metal Faux Bamboo Chair by Pengelly Mastercraft w/Sky Blue Velvet
By Mastercraft, Charles Pengally
Located in West Hartford, CT
Asian design Mastercraft chinoiserie style lounge chair with bronze finish metal frame and vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 26 in W 28 in D 21 in
Rattan Chinoiserie Style Dining Chairs
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of six rattan dining chairs feature Chinese Chippendale style fretwork, splayed rear legs, and
Category
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
C.R. Laine Chinoiserie Tufted English Arm Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
packed with personality! We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, Chinoiserie design
Category
Early 2000s American Chinoiserie Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Elegant Bergere Chair with Chinoiserie Print Silk Upholstery
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This elegant vintage chair, has a loose seat cushion and back pillow.
A comfortable seat with down
Category
20th Century Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Silk, Wood
English Chinoiserie Chairs, Ex-Garvan Collection Yale University, circa 1835
Located in Kinderhook, NY
, side or breakfast chairs of Regency parcel-klismos form having black Japanned frames with allover gilt
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Chinoiserie Side Chairs
Materials
Cane, Paint, Softwood
H 34.25 in W 18 in D 15.75 in
A pair of Early 21st Century Three Legs Chinoiserie inspired Lounge Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Early 21st Century Lounge Three Leg Chairs by Westlake Furniture Chicago. Dated year 2000
Category
Early 2000s Italian Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
1960s Chinoiserie Barrel Tub Chairs, Set of 2
By Michael Taylor
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, barrel tub chairs set you could
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Solid Wood Ming Chinoiserie Dining Chairs, Set of 8
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Ming Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Set includes 2 arm and 6 side chairs.
Approximate Measurements in
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Set of Six Queen Anne Style Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Very Palm Beach! A great set of Queen Anne style dining chairs with painted Chinoiserie decoration
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Regency Style Painted Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Bergere Chairs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These lovely chairs have regency styling with chinoiserie and floral details throughout the black
Category
Vintage 1950s American Regency Bergere Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Chinese Huanghuali & Marble Corner Chairs, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chinese Huanghuali and Dream Stone Marble Inset Corner Chairs, circa 19th century or
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Marble
Patina Furniture Company Green Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Dining Arm Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Patina furniture Company green Chinoiserie faux bamboo dining arm chair. Each with a custom
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Bamboo
Set of Six Vintage Thomasville Embassy Asian Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
By Century Furniture, Thomasville, Raymond K. Sobota
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Chinoiserie dining chairs have an Asian inspired silhouette. The notched Pagoda-like crown is the most
Category
Vintage 1980s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
George II Style Chinoiserie Decorated Ebonized Gilt Accent Side Chair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
George II Style Chinoiserie Japanned gilt decorated ebonized cane side or desk chair with removable
Category
Antique Late 19th Century George II Side Chairs
Materials
Giltwood, Wood, Cane
Mid Century Barrel Swivel Lounge Chairs Baughman Chinoiserie, a Pair
By Milo Baughman, Phillip Enfield, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A gorgeous pair of mid century swivel lounge chairs in the original chinoiserie silk blend fabric
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Wood
Set of 4 Queen Anne Style Chinoiserie Decorated Side Chairs
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Set of 4 Queen Anne Style chinoiserie decorated side chairs, circa 1930's. With sea foam green and
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Queen Anne Side Chairs
Materials
Silver Leaf
Pair of High Back Decorator Chairs
By James Mont
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of unusual decorator chairs with a high back and handle on the top.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Michael Taylor Chinoiserie Style Armchair for Baker
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Single solid walnut Asian inspired armchair by Iconic designer Michael Taylor for Baker. The chair
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Dorothy Draper Style Original Chinoiserie Upholstered Lounge Chair, 1940's
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Rochester, NY
button tufted polished cotton chinoiserie decorated fabric. Chair has been in one family since the 1940's
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Set of Six English Chinoiserie Side Chairs. Circa 1820-30
Located in Hollywood, SC
Set of six English Chinoiserie black lacquered side chairs with Oriental figures, cane seats, and
Category
Antique 19th Century British Side Chairs
Vintage Ficks Reed Chinoiserie Rattan Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Ficks Reed, McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
Offered for sale is a set of 6 vintage Chinoiserie rattan dining chairs by Ficks Reed. The set
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
Set of 8 English Chinoiserie Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 8 English Queen Anne style red lacquered Chinoiserie dining chairs. (Manner of Giles Grendey
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Bamboo Chinoiserie Chippendale Style Lounge Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Sheridan, CO
These Black Bamboo Rattan Chippendale Style Lounge chair in black bamboo rattan is accented with
Category
1990s Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Four Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Ming Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome set of four Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Ming style spindle back dining chairs with semi
Category
Early 2000s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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Chinoiserie Chair Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal chinoiserie chair chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, fabric and natural fiber, every chinoiserie chair chair was constructed with great care. There are 355 variations of the antique or vintage chinoiserie chair chair you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the chinoiserie chair chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A chinoiserie chair chair made by Hollywood Regency designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Baker Furniture Company, Century Furniture and Mastercraft each produced at least one beautiful chinoiserie chair chair that is worth considering.
How Much is a Chinoiserie Chair Chair?
Prices for a chinoiserie chair chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $400 and can go as high as $79,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.
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 Chinoiserie Chair Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The 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, 2023To 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 ExpertNovember 6, 2023The 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, 2022A 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, 2021The 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, 2023The 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023There 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, 2021The 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, 2023The 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, 2023The 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.
- What is a Selig chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A Selig chair is a chair imported by or produced by Selig, an American furniture company. Selig created Danish-inspired chairs, sofas and other furnishings for the home that were cutting-edge, contemporary and airy. The brand was also among the first to introduce Scandinavian and European modern styles to Americans in the 1950s and 60s. The company imported and manufactured furniture known for its extraordinary design and style using high-quality, enduring and seductive materials. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Selig chairs.
- What are timeless chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Timeless chairs are generally furnishings that are considered iconic designs and remain in demand year after year. These are objects that have been produced in multiples and have earned landmark status in design history. Examples of timeless chairs include the Eames lounge chair by Charles and Ray Eames, the Wishbone chair by Hans J. Wegner, the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is an angel chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023An angel chair can refer to one of two kinds of chairs. The first is a piece created by Fratelli Boffi, featuring a gold leaf-finished wood frame that has a curvy shape similar to angel wings. Another angel chair is a design by Brazilian artist Alê Jordão. Made from repurposed Volkswagen Beetle car parts painted silver, the chair features a dramatically curved back resembling angel wings. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Cromwell chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Cromwell chair was a style of chair popular during the Puritan period. The chair features a leather back and seat and is finished with studded brass-headed nails. You’ll find a variety of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a carver chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 5, 2020
A carver chair is a dining chair with arms. It is sometimes called an elbow chair. Vintage carver chairs were often made in pairs as a part of a set of dining chairs. Reproductions of antique carver chairs are also very popular.
- What is a cab chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Cab chair is a furniture design created by Mario Bellini for the furniture company Cassina. He unveiled the chair in 1977, and it has remained popular since. Its design consists of a tubular steel frame and a cover made of stretched leather. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Mario Bellini Cab chairs.
- What is a bistro chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bistro chair is a versatile chair that can be used in cafes, restaurants, bars and even residential homes all around the world. Find a variety of antique and vintage bistro chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is a barrel chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Barrel chairs are accent chairs that feature a curved back shaped like half of a barrel. In some cases, the back slopes down at the sides to form arms. Other pieces are armless or have separate rolled arms at the sides. You'll find a variety of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a bucket chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bucket chair is a tub-like chair for comfortable seating. With a deep seat, one may sink into the cushions and the low supporting back. A bucket chair is also called a tub chair — something entirely different — which helps people bathe in a bathtub. The bucket chairs are a decorative piece of furniture in any house or office. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage bucket chairs.
- What is a Murphy chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A Murphy chair may refer to wall-mounted seating that saves space in the manner that a Murphy bed might. A Murphy bed attaches to a wall and is lowered by a hinge.
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