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Four Vintage Dining Chairs to Be Re-Upholstered, French, circa 1950
Located in Labrit, Landes
Four French dining chairs, midcentury
Beech, walnut veneer
Original vintage condition to be re
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of Regency Chairs or Fauteuils to be Re-Upholstered Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of French Regency chairs or Fauteuils to be re-upholstered midcentury, Revival French Regency
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Regency Revival Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Two Mid-Century French Eight Chairs Upholstered to Recover
Located in Labrit, Landes
Eight vintage chairs in elm,
Typical of the 1970s
The fabric needs to be recovered.
Two backs
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Elm
Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Barrel Club Chair Attributed to Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, club chair attributed to Harvey Probber features a round, barrel shape, walnut
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood, Walnut
H 30.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
Keystone Lounge Upholstered Chair in Green, Pink & Grey Fabric by OS & OOS
By Please Wait to be Seated, Os & Oos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
) and ceramics (sit surface). This version of the KEYSTONE lounge chair is upholstered with textiles
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 17.72 in
Keystone Lounge Upholstered Chair in Peach, White & Grey Fabric by OS & OOS
By Os & Oos, Please Wait to be Seated
Located in Brooklyn, NY
) and ceramics (sit surface). This version of the KEYSTONE lounge chair is upholstered with textiles
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 17.72 in
Keystone Lounge Upholstered Chair in Blue, Pink & Grey Fabric by OS & OOS
By Os & Oos, Please Wait to be Seated
Located in Brooklyn, NY
) and ceramics (sit surface). This version of the KEYSTONE lounge chair is upholstered with textiles
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 17.72 in
Vintage Art Deco to Arts & Crafts Oak and Upholstered Club Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome oak period Art Deco club chair. In wonderful vintage condition, circa 1930s
What a
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Navy Blue Upholstered Swivel Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman
Located in East Hampton, NY
Great pair of navy wool/cashmere swivel base armchairs.... newly reupholstered.... attributed to Milo Baughman.... they are a true navy blue even though the photos look lighter...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swivel Chairs
Materials
Wool
Keystone Lounge Upholstered Chair in Fig Purple, White & Blue Fabric by OS & OOS
By Os & Oos, Please Wait to be Seated
Located in Brooklyn, NY
) and ceramics (sit surface). This version of the KEYSTONE lounge chair is upholstered with textiles
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 17.72 in
Six Fully Upholstered Arch Back Dining Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Very well made, set of six fully upholstered dining chairs, with button tufted fixed seat and back
Category
Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 39.25 in W 24.5 in D 23.5 in
Six Dining Chairs High Back Upholstered to Recover French, circa 1920
Located in Labrit, Landes
Set of six French dining chairs circa 1920 to recover
Carved oak with griffin eagle feet
The backs
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Companion Pair Louis XVI Style gold Gilt & Leather Upholstered Arm Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is an incredible NEAR PAIR of companion chairs that were upholstered to look similar in an
Category
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Giltwood
H 35.5 in W 29 in D 29.5 in
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Eight Turquoise to Upholster 3207 Butterfly Armchairs
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
chairs are missing floor caps.
These chairs can also be re-upholstered by us.
Four of the same butterfly
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 24.41 in D 21.66 in
Chairs Set Four 4 Walnut Carved Marot 18 Century Silk Damask Yellow Upholstered
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
craftsmen.
- It is also very unusual for chairs of this type to be upholstered in a contemporary textile
Category
Antique 1720s English Baroque Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 53.15 in W 20.08 in D 18.12 in
Pair Dramatic Oversized Regency Lounge Chairs attributed to Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair Dramatic 'STATELY" Oversized Regency Lounge Chairs attributed to Grosfeld House.. Upholstered
Category
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Mahogany
Italian Slate-Blue Velvet Corner Chair Attributed to Marzio Cecchi, 1970s
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Chicago, IL
Sold and priced individually.
A 1970s Italian corner chair attributed to Marzio Cecchi
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Lacquer
4 Danish Mid Century Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold MK310 teak dining chairs
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in Highclere, Newbury
event, very easy chairs to upholster if you have a mind to.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.93 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Art Deco Chairs Wood and Floral Fabric
Located in Milano, IT
meticulous attention to detail, these chairs are upholstered in a vibrant floral fabric that not only adds a
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Tub Chair, Zebra Hide
Located in New York, NY
full hides to upholster and manufacture making every chair one-of-a-kind. Due to the use of natural
Category
2010s South African Club Chairs
Materials
Hide, Zebra Hide
Chair-Zebra Hide Swivel
Located in New York, NY
full hides to upholster and manufacture making every chair one-of-a-kind. Due to the use of natural
Category
2010s South African Club Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Tub Chair, Wildebeest Hide
Located in New York, NY
requires four full hides to upholster and manufacture making every chair one-of-a-kind. Due to the use of
Category
2010s South African Club Chairs
Materials
Hide
Chair-Zebra Hide Swivel
Located in New York, NY
full hides to upholster and manufacture making every chair one-of-a-kind. Due to the use of natural
Category
2010s South African Club Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide
Tub Chair - Zebra Hide
Located in New York, NY
full hides to upholster and manufacture making every chair one-of-a-kind. Due to the use of natural
Category
2010s South African Club Chairs
Materials
Hide, Zebra Hide
Tub Chair - Wildebeest Hide
Located in New York, NY
requires four full hides to upholster and manufacture making every chair one-of-a-kind. Due to the use of
Category
2010s South African Club Chairs
Materials
Hide
Pair Of Antique Elbow Chairs, French, Morning Room Armchair, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique elbow chairs. A French, mahogany upholstered morning room armchair
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 37.8 in W 26.58 in D 30.52 in
Pair of High Back Chairs with Tufted Backs and Nicely Carved Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of vintage American upholstered chairs with nicely carved legs and stretcher. This pair of
Category
20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Metal
Chrome Milo Baughman Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Kensington, MD
Handsome upholstered lounge chrome chair with upholstered seats, attributed to Milo Baughman for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Baroness Throne Chair One of a Kind High Back Wing Chair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Chair can be upholstered prior to delivery at cost. Please contact us or see other listing for the other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Muslin, Wood
H 60.25 in W 37.75 in D 34 in
Vladimir Kagan Baroness Throne Chair One of a Kind High Back Wing Chair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Chair can be upholstered prior to delivery at cost. Please contact us or see other listing for the other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Muslin, Wood
Swedish Lounge Chair in Blue Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, fabric, wood, Sweden, 1960s
This armchair has all the flair and vitality of a typical
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Custom Made 1940s Style Boucle Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Karu lounge chair.
The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Oak, Wool, Bouclé
1940s Style Custom Made Karu Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
. This chair is available to be upholstered in a range of luxurious fabrics and shearlings.
Example
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Pair of Custom Made Brown Sheepskin Lounge Chairs
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Karu lounge chair
The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Rare Jorgen Hoj Lounge Chair Vitsoe Design
By Jorgen Hoj
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
find chair is upholstered in natural leather and has solid aluminum feet.
The leather has great
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Venetian 18th Century Rococo Large Walnut Side Chair
Located in Troy, NY
, connected to the shaped back-legs by wavy H-stretchers.
Clean-up and wax-polish included. The chair needs
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Custom Made 1940s Style Boucle Lounge Chairs
Located in London, England
. The chairs are available to be upholstered in a range of luxurious fabrics and shearlings.
Examples
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
Pair of Ivory Painted and Carved French Arm Chairs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of ivory and painted French bergeres chairs. The Louis XV style arm chairs are painted
Category
20th Century Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Blue
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Highland, IN
and was upholstered in fabrics, naugahyde and leather.
This terrific pair lounge chairs date to 1965
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chairs by Herman Miller Purple
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
and was upholstered in fabrics, naugahyde and leather.
This terrific pair lounge chairs date to 1965
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Delightful Dorothy Draper Style Channel Tufted Circular Chair Hollywood Regency
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Delightful Dorothy Draper style channel-tufted circular chair. This chair will need to be re
Category
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 31.5 in W 29 in D 24 in
Bernt Petersen Red Crate Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen Denmark, 1982
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Bernt Petersen
Located in Skokie, IL
comfortable properties akin to an upholstered chair. The plywood of the seat and back is very thin but has
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech
Bernt Petersen blue Crate Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen Denmark, 1982
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Bernt Petersen
Located in Skokie, IL
comfortable properties akin to an upholstered chair. The plywood of the seat and back is very thin but has
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech
Pair, Gustavian Style Wingback Gray Chairs, Sweden circa 1920-40
Located in Round Top, TX
place. These chairs are ready to be upholstered upon discretion of buyer.
All scratches, cracks, dings
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paint
Lovely Adrian Pearsall Tall Back Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely labeled Adrian Pearsall tall back lounge chair. This chair will need to be re-upholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair, Carved Gray Painted Swedish Gustavian Side Chairs, Circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
. Chairs are ready to be re-upholstered at discretion of buyer.
Please refer to professional photos for
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
H 33.5 in W 26.75 in D 29.5 in
Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge / Slipper Chairs, Guglielmo Ulrich, 1930
Located in New York, NY
.
Chairs need to be re-upholstered.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 28.5 in W 20 in D 28.5 in
Pair, Gustavian Style Wingback Arm Chairs from Sweden, circa 1920-40
Located in Round Top, TX
chairs are ready to be upholstered upon discretion of buyer.
All scratches, cracks, dings, and age
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paint
Arne Jacobsen, Swan Chair, rare version wood legs, 1960, by Fritz Hansen, FH4325
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
legs, rather than chrome swivel bases, and they are now very hard to find.
The chair is upholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Upholstery, Teak
H 29.14 in W 28.35 in D 26.38 in
Mid-Century Modern Jatoba Dining Chairs
Located in Weesp, NL
have their original eco leather upholstery. We advise the chairs to be re-upholstered.
Price is for
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Patent Leather, Wood
Finn Juhl NV-53, Original Rosewood Lounge Chair, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1953
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl NV-53, Original Rosewood Lounge Chair, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1946 Finn Juhl originally
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Two (2) Barrel Back Lounge Chairs in Walnut After Nanna Ditzel, c. 1960's
By Paul McCobb, Tom Dixon, Edward Wormley, Nanna Ditzel
Located in Deland, FL
whatsoever. If you'd like to have these chairs re-upholstered in a fabric of your choosing please message us
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 27 in W 31 in D 29 in
Set of 4 Busnelli Meda Teak Chairs, Italy 1960s
By Busnelli Exports
Located in Wolfurt, AT
recommended to have the chairs re-upholstered.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
18th Century Hand Painted Venetian Azure Indigo Dining Chair with Foliage
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
with upholstered seat.
By introducing this chair to our collections, we wanted to give a more
Category
2010s Italian Other Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 35.44 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
18th Century Hand Painted Venetian Green Indigo Dining Chair with Foliage
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
with upholstered seat.
By introducing this chair to our collections, we wanted to give a more
Category
2010s Italian Other Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 35.44 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
18th Century Hand Painted Venetian Green Faenza Beechwood Dining Chair Pink
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
From our Hand-Painted Furniture Collection, we are pleased to introduce you to our Faenza Chair
Category
2010s Italian Other Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 42.13 in W 20.87 in D 18.9 in
Set 10 of Carrocel Custom Modern Curved Dining Chairs Zeno
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
shape is perfect for any home, from modern to contemporary. The chair is upholstered in a textured off
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Maple
18th Century Hand Painted Venetian White Indigo Dining Chair with English Rose
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
with upholstered seat.
By introducing this chair to our collections, we wanted to give a more
Category
2010s Italian Other Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 35.44 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Fabulous Asian Modern Widdicomb Dining Chairs Jack Lenor Larsen Blue Velvet
By John Widdicomb, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
-hard to notice. You may want to have the chairs re-upholstered but there is something very special
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 45 in W 21 in D 21.5 in
Captain's Arm "Lis" Chair by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Denmark, 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Deland, FL
chair re-upholstered please message us prior to checkout to discuss options and pricing.
This iconic
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 37.5 in W 22 in D 22 in
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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 Chairs To Upholster
- What is an upholstered chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An upholstered chair is a type of chair where the sitting area and backrest are cushioned with foam covered in fabric or leather. This cushioning makes it very comfortable to sit on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage upholstered chairs and other upholstered seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To upholster a channel back chair, you will need to remove the seat and back of the chair, measure for new padding and upholstery and make specialized cuts and patterns for the channels. Upholstering channel back chairs is challenging, so if you’re not experienced in upholstering furniture, it’s best to take it to someone who is. Shop a selection of upholstered channel chairs from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an upholstered bed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An upholstered bed is a bed that includes a headboard covered in materials such as velvet, suede, leather, among others. This upholstery typically is overlaid upon padding.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What type of nightstand goes with an upholstered bed is a matter of personal preference. One approach is to choose a nightstand of the same style as the bed. You can consider Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco, Louis XV, Hollywood Regency, Neoclassical, Art Nouveau, Empire and many other styles. Find a wide range of vintage and antique nightstands on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Any tightly woven fabric can be used for upholstered furniture, including beds. The most common natural materials are cotton and linen, as its readily available and its durability allows for long-lasting wear. Shop a selection of upholstered furniture, including beds, from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
- 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 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a computer chair and an office chair is generally the number of features they have. Computer chairs tend to be more basic pieces with adjustable seats. Office chairs may have more padding, multiple points of adjustment and decorative details, such as nailhead trim. Keep in mind that some people do use the terms office chair and computer chair interchangeably. Shop an assortment of office chairs and computer chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a Morris chair and a Stickley chair comes down to origins and characteristics. A Morris chair gets its name from William Morris, one of the founders of the British company Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co. During the late 1860s, the company began producing the Morris chair, which has a reclining seat back and an intricately carved wood frame. This design spread to the U.S., where it was seen by Gustav Stickley. Drawing inspiration from it, Stickley produced the Stickley chair in 1904. Like the Morris chair, the piece has a reclining back but a simpler slatted frame that aligns with the American Arts and Crafts design style. Due to its origins, some people call the Stickley chair the Stickley Morris chair or the Mission Morris chair. Explore a collection of Stickley chairs and Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between an ergonomic chair and an office chair is the specificity of the term. Any chair designed for use at a work desk may be called an office chair. On the other hand, an ergonomic chair is designed to complement the contours of the human body to deliver optimal support and a high level of comfort. Although you'll often see the term ergonomic used to describe office chairs, other types of chairs, such as dining and lounge chairs, can also feature ergonomic designs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of office chairs.
- 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 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 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 ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a drafting chair and an office chair usually comes down to height. A standard office chair ordinarily has a seat height of 16 to 21 inches, making it ideally proportioned for a user to sit at a desk. Designed for use in front of tall angled drafting and drawing tables, drafting chairs typically feature seat heights of 24 to 32 inches. Explore a wide range of office chairs and drafting chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024Shape is the main difference between a club chair and a wing chair. Normally, a wing chair has a tall back that wraps inwards, making it look as if a pair of wings frames the chair. Club chairs tend to be lower, boxier and flanked by wide arms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of club chairs and wing chairs.
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