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Modern Square Upholstered Arm Chairs, 2
Located in New York, NY
Pair of modern square-form upholstered arm chairs, each with square back and drop in back and seat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair 19th Century Chippendale style ribbon back arm chairs
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality pair of English Mahogany, 19th Century Chippendale style arm chairs, each with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Antique Dutch Mahogany Marquetry Arm / Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
19th century antique Dutch mahogany marquetry arm / desk chair having a charming shaped top and
Category

Antique 19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Other

Restored "Double Tear Drop Arm" Rattan Lounge & Sofa Livingroom Set by Tochiku
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Three-strand "Double Tear Drop" rattan living room set which includes one lounge chair with
Category

Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Antique Mahogany Open Arm Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique mahogany open arm desk chair having an attractive shaped top rail and carved splat to the
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Other

Antique Mahogany Open Arm Desk Chair
Antique Mahogany Open Arm Desk Chair
H 95.5 in W 63.5 in D 47 in
Set of Four Frances Elkins Loop Arm Chairs
By Frances Elkins
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A fabulous set of four Frances Elkins loop chairs. The armchairs are based on the 1930’s iconic
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Georgian Arm, Office Chair. Ball and Claw
Located in Stamford, CT
Georgian Arm, Office Chair. Ball and Claw A finely carved and well datailed Ball anc Claw Arm
Category

Mid-20th Century Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Chippendale Style Dining Chairs, 8
Located in New York, NY
chairs and two arm chairs or "carvers". Dealer: S138XX
Category

20th Century Unknown Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Chippendale Style Dining Chairs, 8
Chippendale Style Dining Chairs, 8
H 42 in W 22 in D 20 in
Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Desk Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
splat, elegant carved mahogany shaped open arm, newly reupholstered drop in seat in a quality fabric
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Chairs

Materials

Other

Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Desk Chair
Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Desk Chair
H 35.63 in W 22.64 in D 21.26 in
Large Corner Chair
Located in Annville, PA
A high quality, hand carved, solid mahogany Large Corner Chair. Our Large Corner Chair features
Category

2010s Chippendale Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Large Corner Chair
Large Corner Chair
H 35 in W 33 in D 24 in
Jaw-Dropping Pair of Cane Klismos Loungers in Black Lacquer, 2 Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
panel back. Stout and comfortable. Serious chairs designed to anchor an important room. The arm height
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Pair of leather wingback chairs
Located in Salisbury, GB
Pair of walnut leather wing chairs This pair of walnut leather wing chairs with the solid walnut
Category

Vintage 1920s English William and Mary Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of leather wingback chairs
Pair of leather wingback chairs
H 56 in W 32.5 in D 30 in
Modern Accent Chairs by Carsons Inc Chrome Frames & Oatmeal Herringbone a Pair
By Carson's Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Carsons Incorporated accent chairs with rectangular
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair 19th Century Mahogany Corner Chairs
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Pair 19th century mahogany corner chairs with shaped backs, scroll arm supports and decoratively
Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Victorian Corner Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

18th Century French Oak Bergere Chair
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
sweeps downwards in luxurious curves to meet the upholstered arm rests. These feature a highly detailed
Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Oak

18th Century French Oak Bergere Chair
18th Century French Oak Bergere Chair
No Reserve
H 40.16 in W 26.38 in D 22.45 in
Antique Elbow Chair, English, Fruitwood, Office, Desk Seat, Victorian, C.1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique elbow chair. An English, fruitwood office or desk seat, dating to the Victorian
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Country Chippendale Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
Deceptively simple in design, this set of 10 Country Chippendale Chairs features 2 arm chairs and 8
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Standard Chippendale Chairs, Set of Ten
Located in Annville, PA
wonder why this chair has always been a favorite. All of these details are displayed over top a drop in
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Empire Upholstered Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
This set of 10 Empire Upholstered Chairs features 2 arm chairs as well as 8 side chairs. All of the
Category

2010s Empire Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Harp Back Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
This fine quality set of ten Lyre Chair or Harp Back Chairs consist of 2 arm chairs and eight side
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Harp Back Chairs, Set of 10
Harp Back Chairs, Set of 10
H 40 in W 20 in D 21 in
Shield Back Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
This set of 10 Solid Mahogany, Shield Back Chairs, consist of 2 arm chairs and 8 side chairs. Each
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Shield Back Chairs, Set of 10
Shield Back Chairs, Set of 10
H 39 in W 20 in D 22 in
Regency Upholstered Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
This set of 10 Regency Upholstered Chairs are complete with 2 arm chairs and 8 side chairs. The
Category

2010s Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Essex Chippendale Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
pierced back splat. The arm chair has scrolled arms at a height of 27.5 inches and a drop in seat at a
Category

2010s Adirondack Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Fenton Mahogany Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
The Fenton Mahogany Chairs features 2 arm chairs and 8 side chairs. The chair backs are fully
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Fenton Mahogany Chairs, Set of 10
Fenton Mahogany Chairs, Set of 10
H 39 in W 24 in D 25 in
Pair Of Antique Carver Chairs, English, Elbow Seat, Chippendale Taste, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique carver chairs. An English, mahogany and leather elbow seat in the
Category

Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mahogany Chippendale Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
A hand carved, solid mahogany set of 10 solid Mahogany Chippendale Chairs with 2 arm chairs and 8
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Sophisticated Restored Pair of Lounge Chairs by Baker Furniture, circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
An absolutely jaw-dropping pair of meticulously restored lounge chairs from a boutique series
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Oval Back Inlaid Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
A Set of 10 Oval Back Inlaid Chairs with 2 arm chairs and 8 side chairs. These chairs feature great
Category

2010s Adirondack Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Oval Back Inlaid Chairs, Set of 10
Oval Back Inlaid Chairs, Set of 10
H 39 in W 21 in D 21 in
Inlaid Shield Back Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
This set of 10 Inlaid Shield Back Chairs features 2 arm chairs and 8 side chairs. These shield back
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Inlaid Shield Back Chairs, Set of 10
Inlaid Shield Back Chairs, Set of 10
H 41.5 in W 20.5 in D 21 in
Round Back Inlaid Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
This set of 10 Round Back Inlaid Chairs consists of 2 arm chairs and 8 side chairs. Some of the
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Round Back Inlaid Chairs, Set of 10
Round Back Inlaid Chairs, Set of 10
H 38 in W 20.5 in D 22.5 in
Solid Mahogany Chippendale Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
A set of ten Solid Mahogany Chippendale Chairs, the set consisting of 2 arm chairs and 8 side
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Shellback Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
inches and seat height approximately 20 inches. Arm Chairs measure 25w x 25d x 40h Side Chairs
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Carved Empire Upholstered Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
The set of 10 Carved Empire Upholstered Chairs comprise of a group with 2 arm chairs and 8 side
Category

2010s Empire Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Tall Back Upholstered Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
The set of Tall Back Upholstered Chairs consists of 2 arm chairs and 8 matching side chairs. The
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Tall Back Upholstered Chairs, Set of 10
Tall Back Upholstered Chairs, Set of 10
H 42.5 in W 20.5 in D 19 in
Sheraton Mahogany Inlaid Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
and assembled and colored by hand giving each chair a unique look. And the drop in seat makes fabric
Category

2010s Sheraton Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Post Modern Mid-Century Modern Red Lounge Chair by Metropolitan of San Francisco
By Knoll
Located in Basel, BS
the price for one chair, two are available. Use the drop down menu to indicate 1 or 2 chairs
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Plywood

Breathtaking Set of 4 Modern Floating Pagoda Club Chairs by Baker, circa 1980
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
completely installation ready. The arm height is 21.25 inches. Excellent Restored Condition. The chairs have
Category

Vintage 1980s North American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Breathtaking Set of 4 Modern Floating Pagoda Club Chairs by Baker, circa 1980
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
completely installation ready. The arm height is 20.25 inches. Excellent Restored Condition. The chairs have
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Breathtaking Pair of Mahogany and Brass Club Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
sofas from this rare series. An absolutely jaw-dropping pair of meticulously restored club chairs by
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

10 Chippendale Revival Mahogany Dining Chairs, circa 1900
Located in Brighton, Sussex
upholstered drop in seats. Raised on carved cabriole legs, terminating in ball and claw feet. Measures: Arm
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 8 mahogany George I dining chairs
Located in Salisbury, GB
period. The set consists of 2 armchairs and 6 matching side chairs. Each chair has shaped drop-in seats
Category

Antique Early 1900s English George I Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 10 Antique Chippendale Carver Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A magnificent set of 10 antique Chippendale style carver dining chairs. They were made in England
Category

Early 20th Century English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Eight 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Martlesham, GB
, the elegant shaped arm supports leading down to the drop in seat which has been recently reupholstered
Category

Antique 1890s British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Eight Chippendale Style Chairs, 20th Century
Located in Southall, GB
pair of elbow chairs have a bold shaped and carved pair of arm rests. The chairs are in good strong
Category

20th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Superb Set of Eight George II Style Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Exquisite set of eight George II Style walnut dining room chairs. There are two arm chairs and four
Category

Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Outstanding quality set of eight Irish Chippendale style dining chairs
Located in Ipswich, GB
arm chairs; H 98cm W 79cm D 62cm D. 1880
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

12 Irish 19th Century Georgian Dining Chairs with Labels
Located in Charleston, SC
antiques dealer in Dublin. Set is comprised of 4 arm chairs and 8 sides, indicating they were probably
Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of 8 carved walnut dining chairs by Spillman & Co
By Spillman
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
scrolls to the top and centre. Carved scrolling arms with channeled arm rest for comfort.  Drop in seats
Category

Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 14 1920’s Queen Anne Design Dining Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Set of 14 1920's Queen Anne design dining chairs circa 1920. Set comprises of 12 single chairs
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech, Paint

Antique Hand Carved Mahogany Chippendale Eagle Claw Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Chicago, IL
flame mahogany with drop in seats upholstered in a blue fabric. Circa 1940 Dimensions: 4 Side Chairs
Category

Vintage 1940s English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of 8 Chippendale style Mahogany ribbon back dining chairs, circa 1880
Located in Brighton, Sussex
upholstered sets, raised on cabriole legs, terminating in ball and claw feet. Arm chairs; 62cm wide x 58cm
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six English Regency Brass Inlaid Dining Chairs with Two Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
style open armchairs and side chairs. #6189 Dimensions: Armchairs: H 32.5” x H seat 18.5” x H arm 27.25
Category

Early 20th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 10 Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Dining Room Chairs
Located in Dublin, IE
An exceptional set of 10 IRegency mahogany dining chairs, The set comprising of eight side chairs
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 8 Italian Neoclassical Dining Chairs with Painted Murals & Tiger Velvet
Located in Saint Louis, MO
delighted to present this one of kind Set of Eight drop dead gorgeous Italian Neoclassical Chairs each with
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Giltwood

Antique Chinoiserie Queen Anne Hand Painted Floral Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
includes 2 side chairs and 2 armchairs with drop cane seats and remarkable floral painted detail. Circa
Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Georgian Revival Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 8 (6+2), Antique Quality, C1910
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Discover the timeless charm of this antique set of 8 (6+2) mahogany dining chairs, embodying the
Category

Vintage 1910s Georgian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Late 20th Ming Style Indonesian Dining Armed Chairs Natural Teak w/ Black Seats
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage Ming style Indonesian dining armed chairs comprised of natural teak frames
Category

Late 20th Century Indonesian Ming Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Canvas, Teak

Stunning Midcentury Armchair Finn Juhl Rosewood
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Model 209 Midcentury armchair designed by Finn Juhl in jaw dropping solid rosewood. We have seen
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

1973 Knoll Executive Chrome and Tufted Velour Office Chair
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Basel, BS
Vintage Knoll Pollock chair--RARE beauty-- from the era of the height of the creation of both stunningly
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Art & Crafts Oak and Leather Office Chair In The Richard Riemerschmid Manner 2
By Richard Riemerschmid
Located in Norwich, GB
. Retailer's label: Solomon Bros, London. Circa 1900. The chair has a continuous arm around the peg
Category

Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

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Drop Arm Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of drop arm chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct drop arm chairs — often made from wood, mahogany and fabric — can elevate any home. We have 194 antique and vintage drop arm chairs in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Drop arm chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Drop arm chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Georgian and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Baker Furniture Company, Chesterfield and Pierre Jeanneret each produced beautiful drop arm chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Drop Arm Chairs?

Prices for drop arm chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, drop arm chairs begin at $514 and can go as high as $79,500, while the average can fetch as much as $4,000.

Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Drop Arm Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-arm sofa is designed to save space by converting into a comfortable single bed when the arms are dropped. The next morning, returning the arms to their original position turns the bed back into a sofa. Shop a collection of drop arm sofas from sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Knole drop-arm sofa is a settee developed during the 17th century. It usually has a rectangle back with a decorative wood trim and tall fully upholstered arms positioned at a diagonal. Originally, the sofa served as a royal seat for monarchs. You'll find a variety of Knole sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A chair with arms is an armchair.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Chairs 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    An 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, 2022
    A 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Dining 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, 2022
    Dining 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.