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Antique English Wing Accent Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Late 1700’s English Oak Wing Chair. Arm height 23”
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Antique 1790s British Wingback Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique English Wing Accent Chair
Antique English Wing Accent Chair
H 47 in W 26 in D 19.25 in
Arts & Crafts Mahogany Metamorphic Library Chair, English, Late 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
The side chair with turned back rails and legs converting to library steps.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Ladders

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Corner Chair
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a beautiful little corner chair! This piece is English and dates to the 19th century. The
Category

Antique 1880s English Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Antique English Corner Chair
Antique English Corner Chair
H 31 in W 23 in D 23 in
English Rococo Grotto Chairs Carved Seats 1930
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous and on trend pair of English grotto chairs Elegant carved with rococo motifs including
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Vintage 1930s Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique English Spinning Wheel Chair Carved Oak Hall Fireplace Hearth Chair
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Spinning Wheel Chair Carved Oak Hall Fireplace Hearth Chair. Direct from England
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Vintage 1920s British Arts and Crafts Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of 19th Century English Study Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
seats and minimalist oak wood accents, these chairs have a refined, scholastic feel. England, circa
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Antique 1880s English Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique English Figural Carved Chair / Walnut & White Linen
Located in thousand oaks, CA
Antique English Hand-Carved Hardwood Figural chair. Intricate detailed carved crest, medallion leg
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Early 20th Century English Chairs

Materials

Linen, Hardwood, Walnut

Early 20th Century English Bamboo Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th century English bamboo chair Great accent piece in any decor More of an accent chair
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Early 20th Century Unknown Side Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

1940s Pair of Unique English Metal Arch Back Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
England. Great as accent chairs or dining chairs, the muted coloring and unique patina give these chairs a
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Vintage 1940s English Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

English 1920s Brownish Green Leather Chair with Mahogany Cabriole Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
English brownish green leather chair circa 1900-1920, with carved mahogany legs. Step back in time
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Early 20th Century English Chairs

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Accent Chair Mid Hammered in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu for S.Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
they can experience the finish first hand. Art Deco Accent Chair Designed by Paul Mathieu for
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2010s Indian Other Chairs

Materials

Sheet Metal

Mid 18th Century English George III Side Chair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A George III side chair of good, sturdy size. English, c.1760, mahogany. The wavy ladder back with
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Antique Mid-19th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-18th Century English George III Side Chair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A George III side chair of good, sturdy size. English, c.1760, mahogany. The wavy ladder back with
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Antique Mid-18th Century George III Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Victorian Bamboo Corner Chair Silk Upholstered Seat Dragon Scene
Located in Dayton, OH
Scorched bamboo Victorian corner chair, circa 1900s. Features silk upholstery with a dragon scene
Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Chairs

Materials

Silk, Bamboo

Pair of 19th Century English Regency Side Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite English Regency side chairs exemplify the elegance and refinement of the Regency
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Antique 1820s English Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid 18th Century English George III Side Chair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A George III side chair of good, sturdy size. English, c.1760, mahogany. The wavy ladder back with
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Antique Mid-18th Century George III Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of English 1900s Neoclassical Style Painted and Gilt Chairs with Feathers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English Neoclassical style painted wood side chairs from the early 20th century with
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Wood, Linen, Upholstery

Vintage Carved Wood Side Chair Hollywood Regency English Style
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Hollywood Regency English Style Hand Carved Wood Side Chair. Side Chair in walnut stained
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

English Midcentury Bleached Faux Bamboo Lounge Chair with Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic vintage English Chinese Chippendale style lounge chair from the mid 20th century, with
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Mid-20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Faux Bamboo

Pair of Taylor King English Gainsborough Style Lounge Chairs
Located in Lake Worth, FL
King English Gainsborough Style Lounge Chairs Colors are goldenrod with textured red and black
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Vintage 1980s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cotton

Antique English Chesterfield Lounge Chair: Cordovan Red Leather Tufted Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the opulence of the early 1900s with our Antique English Chesterfield Lounge Chair
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Vintage 1930s English Chesterfield Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Antique English Country Mahogany Ladderback Roundabout Corner Arm Chair Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique English Country roundabout corner armchair. Made of mahogany featuring rounded form with
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Early 20th Century British Colonial Corner Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

4 English Midcentury Scorched Bamboo & Rattan Folding Side Chairs Slatted Backs
Located in Dayton, OH
A set of 4 English vintage British Colonial style bamboo folding side chairs from the mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

English Gothic Revival Style Pair Carved-Wood Chairs, Early 20th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English pair of Gothic Revival style carved and painted wood chairs, circa 1920's. This antique
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Early 20th Century English Gothic Revival Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

English 1850s Oak Chair with Pierced Back, Carved Inscription and Wooden Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
English chair circa 1850 will make for a great decorative accent in any hallway, foyer or mudroom.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

English Cromwellian Style Tan Leather & Oak Side Chairs, Early 1900s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Antique English Cromwellian Style Tan Leather and Oak Side Chair set of 4. Made in England
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Antique Early 1900s British Tudor Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Set of Four English George II Period Walnut Side Chairs with Shelled Carved Legs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of 4 English George II period walnut side chairs of good scale, the undulating crestrail
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Antique Early 18th Century English George II Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Hand Painted Venetian White Indigo Dining Chair with English Rose
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
From our hand painted Furniture Collection, we are pleased to introduce you to our Indigo Chair
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2010s Italian Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Early English Queen Anne Style Red & Gilt Chinoiserie Dining Chairs -S/10
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a fabulous set of English Queen Anne style chinoiserie dining chairs.Each one is hand
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Mid-20th Century English Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Eight Vintage English Oak Dining Room Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Atlanta, GA
extends beyond the dining room; they can be used as occasional chairs in a living room or as accent pieces
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Mid-20th Century French Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

6 Antique Styled By Park English Regency American Cherry Paisley Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of six Antique Styled by Park dining chairs. Made of cherry featuring an open back design with
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Early 20th Century Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Set of Four Gothic Revival English Bleached Oak Dining Chairs with Arched Backs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of four English Gothic Revival bleached oak dining room chairs with broken arch backs
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Early 20th Century English Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

19th Century English Georgian-Style Wingchair
Located in Chicago, IL
Embrace the refined elegance of 19th-century English design with this exquisite Georgian-style
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs

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Leather

Pair of Regency Painted Klismos Chairs
By Thomas Hope
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of bronze-painted and gilt side chairs of Klismos form English, circa 1825. Why we
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Pair of Regency Painted Klismos Chairs
Pair of Regency Painted Klismos Chairs
H 35.5 in W 18.25 in D 22 in
Pair of English Mahogany and Leather Armchairs in the Neoclassical Style
Located in London, GB
mahogany with hand-painted gilt accents and red leather, each with oval backs enclosed with interlocking
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Giltwood

Antique Bamboo Corner Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique English corner bamboo chair in very good original condition. Great accent piece for any
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Antique 19th Century English Corner Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Bamboo Corner Chair
Antique Bamboo Corner Chair
H 32 in W 18.25 in D 18.25 in
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Hand Painted Tole Fireside Chair
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Called a chaise chauffeuse or fireside chair in English due to its low seat height of 15 inches
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Silk, Wood

Pair of William & Mary / Queen Anne Style Chairs with Burgundy Velvet Upholstery
Located in Madrid, ES
Spain of native walnut, the chairs show the strong influence of English furniture styles. Striking and
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Antique 18th Century Spanish William and Mary Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

English Regency Dining Accent Chairs Ebonized Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Ebonized Dining Accent Chairs With wonderful carvings. Approximate Measurements in Inches 37" high at
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Vintage 1980s Regency Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Riki Watanabe, "Riki Windsor" Side Chair, Pair, Designed in 1984
By Riki Watanabe
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
pioneers Riki Watanabe (1911-2013) in 1984. "Riki Windsor" is a chair based on the traditional English
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Four William IV Dining Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
William IV, circa 1830-40s, set of 4 dining or side chairs, English. Shaped high upholstered backs
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Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Four William IV Dining Chairs
Set of Four William IV Dining Chairs
H 43.25 in W 18 in D 20 in
Set of Eight Chinoiserie Queen Anne Style Dining Chairs
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Lacquered set of eight dining chairs made in the English Queen Anne style featuring chinoiserie
Category

20th Century American Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

2 Antique German Baroque Carved Oak & Mahogany Inlaid Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Two antique 19th century German dining side chairs. Made of mahogany featuring baroque form with
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Antique 19th Century Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

A late victorian inlaid four fold drafts screen, attributed to Hicks of Dublin
By Hicks of Dublin
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
panels with satinwood stringing on a harewood ground. English, circa 1895. Footnote: James Hicks was
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Set of Six Original French Midcentury Tall Back Dining Chairs W/ Nickel Mounts
Located in New York City, NY
A set of six original French Mid-Century Modernist tall dining chairs featuring angular lines with
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 6 Baker Chippendale Style Dining Chairs Solid Splat and Turned Front Legs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
nail-head accents. The oval brass Baker tag is on the underside of each chair. Baker Furniture has been
Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Mid-Century Meredew Sculptural Vintage Desk Side Accent Chair Teak, 1960s
By Meredew
Located in Madison, WI
Perfect opportunity to purchase one beautiful designer Meredew designer desk, side or accent chair
Category

20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Fine 19th Century English Walnut Tall Back Hall Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
walnut hall chair with sloping tall back. The curved arms with scrolled ends and turned supports. Raised
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Antique 19th Century English Jacobean Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Chinoiserie Upholstered Rocking Chair w/ Wedgwood Medallion
Located in Middletown, MD
rocker is a versatile accent piece, customarily found in the tea room, study, or bedroom. Great
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Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Secretary Slant Front Desk & Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
An antique English Edwardian slant front writing desk, a true embodiment of the refined
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century English Renaissance Leather Carved Wood Hall Chair Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A pair of antique English Renaissance Revival leather and walnut hall chairs. 19th century
Category

Antique 19th Century British Renaissance Revival Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century English Mahogany Settee, Chair and Rocker - Set of Three
Located in Louisville, KY
This elegant Georgian style trio is English made, done in a rich mahogany with beautiful curves in
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Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Living Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany

English 19th Century Ebonized Wood Bobbin Child's Chair with Woven Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English ebonized wood bobbin child's chair from the 19th century, with woven upholstery. Created
Category

Antique 19th Century English Children's Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

English 1900s Wooden Child's Chair with Serpentine Arms and Custom Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English wooden child's chair from circa 1900 with serpentine arms, stretchers and custom linen
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Early 20th Century English Children's Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

English Regency Caned Riddle Back Ebonized Black & Gold Scrolled Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage English Regency style pierced Riddle back armchair featuring ebonized black painted frame
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Late 20th Century Regency Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood, Cane

Pair of English Early 19th Century Plank Seat Chairs with Scrolling Arms
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English George III period plank seat chairs from circa 1800 with pierced backs, slightly
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English George III Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of English Regency Curule Chairs with Swan Motifs and Upholstered Seats
Located in Atlanta, GA
presence of steel, this pair of spectacular English Regency armchairs would be a great accent in any living
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of English 1890-1920s Bamboo and Rattan Chairs with Custom Cushions
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English bamboo and rattan chairs from circa 1890-1920 with custom cushions. These
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Antique Late 19th Century English Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Bamboo

Pair of English Regency 1840s Mahogany Chairs with Ionic Capitals and Griffons
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Showcasing turquoise seats with brass nailhead trims, the chairs are accented with carved griffons on the arm
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

John Widdicomb Walnut Triangular Tiered Drop Leaf Handkerchief Accent Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage John Widdicomb handkerchief accent table, circa 1960s. Made of walnut featuring triangular
Category

Vintage 1960s Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Walnut

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English Accent Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic English accent chair available at 1stDibs. Each English accent chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and mahogany. Find 239 options for an antique or vintage English accent chair now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an English accent chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right English accent chair, those designed in Regency, Georgian and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Baker Furniture Company, Hickory Chair Furniture Company and Woodard Furniture Co. each produced at least one beautiful English accent chair that is worth considering.

How Much is an English Accent Chair?

An English accent chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,040, while the lowest priced sells for $275 and the highest can go for as much as $29,600.

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 English Accent Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    In a bedroom, an accent chair is a decorative chair designed to provide comfortable seating. Some people create small sitting areas in their bedrooms and use accent chairs to furnish them. Alternatively, a single accent chair may be placed somewhere in a bedroom to offer a place to sit while putting on shoes and accessories. An accent chair may also be positioned in front of a dressing table or desk in a bedroom. Shop a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Although opinions vary, most people prefer that their accent chairs are comfortable. Accent chairs help to enhance the appearance of a seating area, but they also function as seats in many living rooms. As a result, when selecting one, you may want to keep in mind how it feels to sit in an accent chair as well as how it looks. Find a wide variety of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, accent chairs are good additions to a seating area. Not only do they provide extra seating for your family and guests, but they also add interest to the decor. By carefully selecting accent chairs, you can incorporate new colors and textures into your room. Plus, accent chairs are designed for comfort and can help make living rooms and other spaces feel more inviting. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Accent chairs are sometimes called occasional chairs. However, accent chair is also a commonly used name. People may also describe accent chairs by their type. For example, an accent chair with wings on either side of the backrest is a wingback chair, while a slipper chair is a chair without arms. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    An accent chair is called that because its purpose is to stand out in a space and add interest to a room. As a verb, accent means to emphasize something, and an accent chair emphasizes a particular spot in a room by drawing the eye to it. Shop a collection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A bouclé accent chair is a chair that features a specific type of upholstery called bouclé. It is a combination of looped and woven wool that has a soft, cozy feel. The word "bouclé" means curl in French and refers to the looping wool fibers that make up the upholstery. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bouclé accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Whether an armchair is an accent chair varies from piece to piece. Any chair with arms is an armchair, while an accent chair is a decorative chair typically used in a seating area. Armchairs include dining chairs with arms as well as accent chairs, and some accent chairs don't have arms at all. Only a decorative seating area chair with arms can be called both an armchair and an accent chair. Shop a large collection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A slipper chair is a chair that sits low to the ground and has no arms. They’re traditionally used as accent pieces or additional seating options. Most slipper chairs are not part of a set of furniture but are purchased separately. Find an assortment of slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Accent chairs are single-seat chairs that are used not only as an additional seating space, but also to add visual interest to a room. They are designed to be a focal point in a room — perhaps the color of the upholstery is offbeat or unconventional, perhaps the frame is especially ornate. These chairs are seating pieces that have a role beyond just their basic function. Find a collection of antique and vintage accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, it's okay to have just one accent chair. There are no rules when decorating a living room, so you're free to place one accent chair along with a loveseat and/or sofa in your seating area. When choosing your living room furniture, consider how much space you have and how many people will typically be sitting in the room at one time. Use this information as a guide. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of accent chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There are many kinds of furniture you can use instead of accent chairs. Depending on the style of your room, a cushioned dining chair or desk chair may work to provide extra seating. You can also introduce a second sofa or a loveseat. Large ottomans may also double as seating. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chairs and other seating options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, accent chairs are meant to be used. Although they enhance the appearance of a space, accent chairs can also serve as comfortable seats. In fact, many of the most iconic accent chairs like Charles and Ray Eames' Eames lounge chair and Arne Jacobsen's Egg chair were designed to both please the eye and comfortably support the contours of the human body. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, an accent chair can be lower than a sofa. For example, you may place a low slipper chair beside a taller sofa in your seating area. To create a balanced look, limit the height difference between your sofa and accent chairs to no more than four inches. Find a large selection of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    You can match sofas and accent chairs in a few different ways. One option is to choose sofas and chairs in similar solid colors. Alternatively, you can select a sofa in the primary color of your palette and accent chairs in the secondary hue. Another approach is to pair a patterned sofa with solid-colored accent chairs or vice versa. Find a large selection of sofas and accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, your accent chair doesn't have to match your sofa, but many people choose to coordinate them. This means you don't have to purchase matching chairs with your sofa or choose chairs in identical upholstery. Accent chairs and sofas can coordinate if they show off similar colors or materials, giving you the freedom to mix and match. Explore a variety of accent chairs and sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A good size for an accent chair is around 35 inches in overall height with a seat height of 16 inches. However, you can find taller and shorter chairs. The lengths and widths of accent chairs vary based on their design. When choosing what size accent chairs to buy, consider the amount of floor space you have available and the scale of the other pieces in the room. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of accent chairs.