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Mid-Century Modern Ruby Red High Back Barrel Chair Fairfield Chair Co., c. 1960s
By Fairfield Chair Company
Located in Deland, FL
. The chair sits on an artisan sculpted walnut frame wrapping around the back, ensuring attention from
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 38 in W 33 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Barrel Back Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern swivel club chairs. String barrel back armchairs with tufted backs
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Platform Rocking Chair
By Paoli Chair Company
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern platform rocking chair in the manner of the Paoli Chair Company, with ochre
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Walnut
Mid-Century Barrel Back Swivel Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage modern round back chairs on swivel bases. Fun pattern fabric with comfortable
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Modern Mid Back Side Chair
Located in Vaughan, CA
have already enjoyed the comfort of our iconic modern mid-back Windsor chairs. Now, you can take that
Category
2010s Canadian Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of four mid-century caned back chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of four mid-century caned back chairs
19 x 10 x 32
Category
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Barrel Back Swivel Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Great Barrel Swivel Club Chair in the manner of Milo Baughman. Striped upholstery in period colors
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Expanded Metal Back Chairs by Loroman
Located in Pasadena, CA
Mid Century Expanded Metal Back Chairs by Loroman. Black metal frame with purple fabric. Makers
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Barrel Back Swivel Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic 1970s Mid-Century Modern swiveling lounge chairs with unique vintage upholstery complete
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Barrel Back Side-Chair w/ Grey Ebonized Frame & Full-Grain Leather
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Classic Vintage Castered Barrel Back Side-Chair w/ Grey Ebonized Frame Upholstered in Original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Unique Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Side Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. This captain chair style piece has angled back legs and thick padded seating covered in white vinyl
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
French Ladder Back Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rustic French ladder back chair
Solid wood chair frames
Beautiful wood grain detail and natural
Category
Mid-20th Century French Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
Mid 20th Century Mid-Century Milo Baughman Style Barrel Back Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cookeville, TN
Nice example of a mid-century modern Milo Baughman style barrel back tub chair in original
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Teak Six Danish Ladder Back Chairs
Located in London, GB
Beautiful, top quality mid-century set of six ladder back Danish chairs. Very stylish Scandinavian
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Swivel Chairs
By Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage modern round back lounge chairs. Fully covered chair and base that swivels.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Six Mid-Century Ladder Back Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six mid-century modern dining chairs with sculpted ladder backs. Great form for comfort with
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair Mid-Century Barrel Back Lounge Chairs
Located in Trenton, NJ
This impressive pair of matching Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs feature rounded barrel like seat
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Dutch Children's Spindle Back High Chair in Birch by Kibofa
By Kibofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century birch high chair by Kibofa with a curved spindle back and footrest. The name Kibofa
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sculptural High Back Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sculptural High Back Chair
Above average vintage condition and
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Curved Back Lounge Chair
Located in North York, ON
Mid-Century Modern curved back lounge chair. Iconic 1960’s mid-century modern styling. Featuring
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Swedish Spindle Back Peacock Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Swedish modern wood peacock spindle lounge chair. Item features solid wood construction, clean
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Petite Mid-Century Scoop Back Lounge Chair
By Karpen of California
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Petite Mid-Century scoop back lounge chair in cream naugahyde.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Wood
Mid-Century Ladder Back Accent Side Chair After Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian, mid-century modern, tall ladder back, accent, side chair in the style of Gio Ponti
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood
Mid-Century Paul McCobb Planner Group Dining Chairs Maple Spindle Back Chairs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 All original midcentury maple Paul McCobb Planner Group spindle back side chairs. Solid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Maple
H 32 in W 19 in D 18 in
Six Bentwood Back Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century modern style dining chairs in yellow vinyl with bentwood backs. All chairs have low
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Low Modular Square Upholstered Chair with Back
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A low modular square stacked Mid-Century Modern lounge chair. This piece features a large square
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century High Back Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
with a dark cardamon finish textured beech frame, a high back winged backrest and upholstered in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Walnut High-Back Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These mid-century modern lounge chairs are a true gem from the 1960s in the United States. The
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern High Back Purple Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic vintage modern wingback/ high back style lounge chair. The chair is upholstered in a light
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern High Back Lounge Chair by Parker Knoll
By Parker Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
back seat. Modern simplicity meets timeless style in this vintage lounge chair perfect for home or
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Maple, Fabric
Mid-Century Modern High Back Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely Mid-Century Modern high back rocker comprised of an oak frame and the original nubby rust
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair, American Mid Century Walnut Spoon Back Chairs W/ Fine Upholstery
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of American (Likely Baker) mid century walnut framed spoon back chairs. After the 19th
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Suede, Walnut
Italian Fan-Backed Chair of Rattan and Bamboo from the Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fine vintage Italian fan-backed chair from the Mid-20th century of woven rattan and bamboo
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Natural Fiber, Cane, Rattan, Wood
H 45 in W 20.25 in D 19.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Barrel Back Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous pair of vintage modern lounge chairs feature sleek black vinyl upholstery. Unique
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
Pair of Mid-Century High Back Vinyl Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage pair of lounge chairs feature ample vinyl upholstered seats with unique
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage Mid Century Polished Chrome Frame Rolled Back Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern polished chrome frame rolled back dining chairs - set of 4. Set includes
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 39.5 in W 20 in D 26 in
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Cantilever/Springer Arm Chair
Offered is a Vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32 in W 27 in D 26 in
Pair of Mid-Century Sculpted High Back Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful pair of vintage modern lounge chairs feature a solid walnut frame with sculpted arm
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern American High Back Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid century American lounge chair features a solid walnut frame and black vinyl upholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Scottish Horseshoe Back Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Scottish horseshoe-back chair, circa 1850-1870. This vernacular Windsor style stick-back chair from
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Folk Art Chairs
Materials
Paint, Yew, Pine, Elm
Pair of Mid Century Modern Barrel Back Swivel Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of Mid Century Modern barrel back swivel chairs upholstered in neutral textured fabric
Category
Mid-20th Century Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Vintage Mid-Century Tufted-Back Swivel Rocker Club Chair
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage mid-century tufted-back swivel rocker club chair
Offered is a vintage mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Barrel Back Club Chairs Newly Upholstered, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Barrel back club chairs newly upholstered - pair
This is a fantastic
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid 19th Century Carolean Style High Back Walnut Chairs
Located in Folkestone, GB
A good pair of mid 19th century Carolean style chairs in walnut with caned seats and backs. The
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Charles II Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Salterini Mid-Century Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs.
Offered is a set of 2 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Tall Wing Back Chairs, Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
A unique pair of monumental wing back chairs. These would be great to add some height to a room
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Classic American Wing Back Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
shells. Georgian Wing back chair, George III style,
Measures: Seat height 22"
Arm height 24.50".
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Dyrlund Rosewood Mid Century Danish Modern Curved Back Dining Side Chair
By Dyrlund
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dyrlund Rosewood Mid Century Danish Modern Curved Back Dining Side Chair. Item features beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
H 30.5 in W 20.25 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Cane Seat Rocking Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern, beech wood, rocking chair features a high spindle back with newly caned seat
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Beech
Mid Century Low-Back Lounge Chair in Chrome, Belgium
By Airborne International, Olivier Mourgue
Located in Voorburg, NL
A rare low backed version of a Mid century Lounge chair with heavily chromed steel frame and
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Low Back Chair in Oak & Reupholstered in Lambswool, Danish Mid Century, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Presenting an exquisite low back makeup chair crafted in the 1950s by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 21.66 in W 19.69 in D 16.15 in
Mid-Century Danish Organic Curved Back Spindle Back Rocking Chair with Rush Seat
By De Ster Gelderland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century De Ster Gelderland Style rocking chair with spindle back, and rush seat. The frame is
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
H 39 in W 24 in D 35.75 in
Jens Risom Mid Century Bracket Back Walnut Lounge Chair
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Bracket Back Walnut Lounge Chair
This lounge chair measures: 29 wide x 31
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of mid-century modern tall backs lounge chairs
By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Italian mid century modern tall backs lounge club chairs.
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Fully Restored Mid-Century Modern Barrel Backed Club Chairs
Located in Bronx, NY
Fully restored Mid-Century Modern barrel backed club chairs. The feet are original with self
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Club Chairs
Materials
Cotton
1960's Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Lounge Chair
By Edward Wormley
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage barrel-back Mid-Century Modern club chair for sale. Very solidly built, and very
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Stick Back Chair by Thomas Harlev
By Thomas Harlev, Farstrup
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Stick Back chair by Thomas Harlev, black stain beech. New edition
Category
Late 20th Century European Chairs
Materials
Beech
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini Curve Back Outdoor Chairs C
By Salterini
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Salterini curve back outdoor arm chairs
Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Contemporary Curved Back Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Contemporary chair. A chic and simple design with a curved back and thin spoke
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Birch Maple Side Chairs 'Single'
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Spindle Bush Birch Maple side chairs (Single). Item features removable
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Birch, Maple
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Mid Back Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of mid back chairs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all mid back chairs available were constructed with great care. There are 29093 antique and vintage mid back chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 1050 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of mid back chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern mid back chairs are consistently popular styles. Many mid back chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Milo Baughman, Knoll and Herman Miller produced popular mid back chairs that are worth a look.
How Much are Mid Back Chairs?
Mid back chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,295, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $654,522.
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 Mid Back Chairs
- What is a low back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A low-back chair is designed to provide lumbar support to the lower back and mid-back. These chairs have a small backrest that reaches till the middle of one's back. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary low back chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a spoon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A spoon back chair is an accent chair that features a deep curved back that forms arms along the sides of the furniture by sloping downward. Most spoon back chairs have wooden backs and upholstered seats. Find a variety of spoon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a sling back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A sling chair is usually made up of a framework connected by ropes or fabric hanging between the poles or frame. This design results in a structure quite similar to a sling stretcher.
- What is a comb back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A comb back chair is a style of chair featuring a back resembling a comb. Comb back chairs are also known as Windsor chairs and are typically crafted with a cage-like backing. Shop a selection of comb back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a balloon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024The back of a chair is called a chair back. In some cases, you may see people use modifiers to describe the styles of chair backs. For example, a chair with two crisscrossing cross rails is an X-back or cross back, while a chair with a series of horizontal cross rails positioned parallel to one another is a ladder back. Explore a wide range of chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a bow back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a lyre back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A lyre back chair is a type of furniture used for seating that originated during the early 18th century. It features a square back embellished with wood shaped like a lyre, an ancient stringed musical instrument. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lyre back chairs.
- What is a channel back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A channel back chair is a chair that features deep channels in the upholstery along the back. These can create a seashell-like effect. This kind of back may also be called a fluted back. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and new channel back chairs.
- What is a splat back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A splat back chair is a chair with a vertical central element on its back. Splat back chairs have more of a formal feel to them compared to other types of chairs and seating. Splat back Windsor chairs are popular on 1stDibs.
- What is a yoke back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yoke back chairs are those that feature a curved top rail and a single central splat. The style of chair originated in China during the 10th century and was a common feature in Chinese homes by the 12th century. On 1stDibs, shop a range of yoke back chairs.
- What is a Windsor back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Windsor back chair is a solid wooden chair with an arched spindle back. Most designs have curved arms positioned on angled stands and carved legs connected by a cross stretcher. The chair gets its name from the English city of Windsor, where the chairs were first made in the 18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Windsor back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cross back chairs are sometimes called X-back chairs because of the crisscrossing design. However, cross back chair is a commonly used name in its own right. Since couples often rent these types of chairs for seating during wedding ceremonies, some people call cross back chairs wedding chairs. Shop an assortment of cross back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Vladimir Kagan designed the Shield Back chair, which debuted in 1955. It features an upholstered back and seat. Cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite is also known for creating an all-wood shield back chair sometime during the mid-18th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of shield back chairs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Round back chairs are often called barrel chairs or barrel back chairs. This is because the curvy shape makes the back look similar to half of a barrel. Often, this type of chair has an upholstered seat and exposed wood legs. You'll find a selection of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ladder back chairs have a timeless design that was popular in several eras. Early examples date back to the Middle Ages. The wooden chairs became very popular in colonial America and England during the 17th century. Shop a range of antique and vintage ladder back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Shield back chairs were first made during the 18th century. However, the timeless design of these dining chairs continues to appeal to many people, so many furniture makers continue to produce chairs with distinctive shield backs. Shop a variety of shield back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best chairs to prevent lower back pain are the Steelcase lamp chair, the Humanscale Freedom chair, and the Herman Miller Aeron chair. If you're shopping for a chair that will help with lower back pain, there is a variety of chairs that will meet your needs on 1stDibs.
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