Desk Arm Chair
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...
Aluminum
Vintage 1980s Armchairs
Cane, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Wood
1990s Armchairs
Plastic, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Chrome
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Other
Antique 17th Century English Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
Early 2000s Unknown Hollywood Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Rattan
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Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Oak
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Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Office Chair...
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Organic Modern Office Chairs an...
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...
Metal
Mid-20th Century Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and...
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Office Chairs and De...
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Office Chairs and De...
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 17th Century Spanish Renaissance Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Brutalist Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
20th Century English Queen Anne Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and...
Leather
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Organic Modern Office Chairs an...
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Stainless Steel
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
Late 20th Century Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Iron
20th Century English Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Wood
1990s German Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Empire Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Plastic
1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome
2010s North American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Early 2000s American Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
- 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An accent chair with no arms is typically called a slipper chair. These upholstered chairs originated in Europe during the 18th century and often served as seating in bedrooms. Today, people place slipper chairs in seating areas as well as bedrooms. Find a variety of slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021There are many kinds of office chairs — it is a matter of preference. An office desk chair should have a few features such as adjustability in height, backrests and armrests, lumbar support, sufficient seat depth and width, sufficient padding in breathable material, and swivel and casters for easy movement. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office desk chairs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
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