What is a slipper chair used for?

Slipper chairs were used by women from royal families as well as by members of society’s upper class. They would sit on these chairs placed in their bedrooms while domestic servants helped them put on the shoes. Now the slipper chair is a medium to large upholstered occasional chair that lacks arms and sits low to the ground. It is a very common piece of furniture to have. 1stDibs offers a collection of slipper chairs to choose from.

What is a Victorian slipper chair?

A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a slipper accent chair?

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.

What is the origin of the slipper chair?

The slipper chair originated in 18th century Europe. It was used in women’s bedrooms as seating for when maids would assist them in putting on their slippers. Today, a slipper chair refers to a low-slung chair. Browse a selection of modern and antique slipper chairs on 1stDibs.

Midcentury Slipper Chairs

Fringe Chairs

Mid Century Modern Accent Chairs

Kroehler Chair

Edward Wormley For Dunbar Chair

Vintage Slippers

Button Back Chair

Italian Neoclassical Chairs

Pair Of Mid Century Chairs

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Karpen of California Midcentury Slipper Chair – Pair

H 39 in W 35.5 in D 25 in

Pair of Midcentury Slipper Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of slipper chairs with wood legs peeking through the all fabric chairs. Blue piping around the

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Midcentury Slipper Chairs

H 30 in W 28.75 in D 27.25 in

Paul McCobb for Directional Midcentury Slipper Chair

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Countryside, IL

Paul McCobb for directional midcentury slipper chair. This chair measures: 25 wide x 25.75 deep

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul McCobb for Directional Midcentury Slipper Chair

H 31.5 in W 25 in D 25.75 in

Italian Mid-Century Slipper Chair

Located in New York, NY

Italian midcentury slipper chair $2,900.00 Italian midcentury slipper chair with a tufted back

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Italian Mid-Century Slipper Chair

H 28.5 in W 29 in D 16 in

Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter

By Baumritter

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Striking baby blue slipper chair by Baumritter. Simple mid-century style with tufted back and

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Chair by Baumritter

H 30 in W 24 in D 24 in

Petite Italian Midcentury Polished Steel Rope Slipper Chair with Velvet Cushion

Located in Atlanta, GA

A petite Italian polished steel rope slipper chair from the mid-20th century, with tassel feet and

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Steel

Petite Italian Midcentury Polished Steel Rope Slipper Chair with Velvet Cushion

H 31 in W 17 in D 16 in

Bouclé Slipper Chair, circa 1970s

Located in Edinburgh, Scotland

Midcentury Slipper chair. Deco inspired Slipper Chair, with the ubiquitous low seat and tall

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

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Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Hardwood

Bouclé Slipper Chair, circa 1970s

H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 31.5 in

Mid-Century Slipper Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of mid-century modern low profile slipper chairs. Tufted backs and short wood legs. Please

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Slipper Chairs

H 29 in W 30.5 in D 32.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chair

Located in Westwood, NJ

Mid-Century Modern slipper chair, bringing the beauty of nature indoors, this chair introduces a

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chair

H 31.75 in W 28.5 in D 31.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chair, Europe 20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

Slipper chairs received their name during the Victorian era, when they were used to comfortably

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chair, Europe 20th Century

H 30.71 in W 20.87 in D 22.25 in

Pair of Ebonized Mid-Century Slipper Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of ebonized mid-century slipper chairs. Sold as pair. Piece from our one of a kind

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Fabric

Pair of Ebonized Mid-Century Slipper Chairs

H 30.5 in W 28 in D 27 in

American Mid-Century Scrolled Leg Slipper Chair

Located in Buchanan, NY

An exceptional American 1950s slipper chair with recently ebonized legs. This slipper chair is a

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

American Mid-Century Scrolled Leg Slipper Chair

H 35.5 in W 27 in D 29 in

Ernst Josef Designed Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

By Florence Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of parallel bar style tufted vinyl slipper chairs in the style of Florence Knoll. Mid-Century

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Ernst Josef Designed Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

H 28 in W 23 in D 29 in

Custom Mid Century Style Leather Slipper Chair Pair

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A stylish pair of Slipper Chairs with Pale Tan leather cushions and handsome Exotic wood frames

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Custom Mid Century Style Leather Slipper Chair Pair

H 32 in W 19.75 in D 23.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Stainless Upholstered Slipper Chairs, Pair

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century Modern stainless upholstered slipper chairs, pair Offered for sale is a pair of Mid

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Stainless Upholstered Slipper Chairs, Pair

H 29 in W 29 in D 32 in

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Style Slipper Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in La Mesa, CA

Mid Century Modern slipper lounge chair in the style of Jens Risom. Newly re-upholstered in an off

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Style Slipper Chair

H 34 in W 24 in D 32 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slipper Chairs by Kroehler

By Kroehler Mfg. Co.

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century modern walnut slipper chairs designed by Kroehler in the United States, circa 1960s

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slipper Chairs by Kroehler

H 30.75 in W 24 in D 23.25 in

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Leather Slipper Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Italian mid-century leather slippers chairs with four large column-like legs and frame in

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Leather Slipper Chairs

H 30.5 in W 33 in D 35 in

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Frieze Upholstered Modified Slipper Chair

Located in Topeka, KS

Lovely vintage Mid-Century Modern coral frieze upholstered modified slipper chair with round

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Coral Frieze Upholstered Modified Slipper Chair

H 27 in W 27.5 in D 27 in

Pair of Mid-Century Harvey Probber Slipper Chairs

By Harvey Probber

Located in Brooklyn, NY

wide slipper seats. Cantilevered heavy chrome frame makes for an impressive mid-century addition to any

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Mid-Century Harvey Probber Slipper Chairs

H 27 in W 29 in D 30 in

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Walnut Slipper Chair By Kroehler

By Kroehler Mfg. Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sleek, mid-century modern, walnut frame, slipper chair by Kroehler is newly upholstered in

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Walnut Slipper Chair By Kroehler

H 30 in W 26 in D 26 in

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Walnut Frame Slipper Lounge Hiprest Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman walnut frame slipper lounge hiprest chair. Item features a solid

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Walnut Frame Slipper Lounge Hiprest Chair

H 29.5 in W 27 in D 30 in

Custom Mid-Century Modern Style Slipper Chairs By cityFoundry

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of minimal, low profile, slipper chairs designed and made by cityFoundry in Brooklyn, NY for

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Custom Mid-Century Modern Style Slipper Chairs By cityFoundry

H 29.5 in W 19 in D 25 in

Mid-Century Modern Thonet Lounge Slipper Chairs - a Pair

By Thonet

Located in Waxahachie, TX

D.O.B. October 8th 1964 Pair of Thonet lounge slipper chairs. Stunning chrome trim around the back

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Thonet Lounge Slipper Chairs - a Pair

H 28 in W 31 in D 31 in

Paoli Chair Co. Black Naugahyde Chrome MCM Slipper Chairs Style Florence Knoll

By Florence Knoll, Paoli Chair Company

Located in Topeka, KS

Awesome pair of Mid-Century Modern or MCM slipper chairs in black faux leather or Naugahyde by

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Paoli Chair Co. Black Naugahyde Chrome MCM Slipper Chairs Style Florence Knoll

H 30.5 in W 22 in D 30 in

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs on Stainless Steel Frames, Pair

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century Modern slipper chairs on stainless steel frames, pair Offered for sale is an

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs on Stainless Steel Frames, Pair

H 32.5 in W 24.5 in D 30 in

Mid-Century Modern Style Slipper Chair in Cream Colored Chenille

By Jens Risom, Russel Wright

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Mid-Century Modern slipper chair with scoop design. The lounge chair has splayed wood legs in a

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Style Slipper Chair in Cream Colored Chenille

H 30.5 in W 30.5 in D 28.5 in

Stunning Pair Michael Taylor Baker Slipper Chairs Mid Century Modern

By Michael Taylor

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning pair of Michael Taylor black lacquered slipper chairs by Baker. These fine chairs have

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Stunning Pair Michael Taylor Baker Slipper Chairs Mid Century Modern

H 26 in W 28 in D 28 in

Matching Pair of Mid-Century Modern Parsons Slipper Lounge Chairs

By Swaim

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A classic pair of decorator slipper lounge chairs circa 1970's and made by Swaim. Well made chairs

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Matching Pair of Mid-Century Modern Parsons Slipper Lounge Chairs

H 29 in W 30.5 in D 36 in

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century White Tufted Janus Slipper Chairs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

white slipper chairs with a classic mid century design and a wonderful choice of materials. These chairs

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Mid-20th Century Slipper Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century White Tufted Janus Slipper Chairs

H 29.5 in W 26 in D 25 in

Wytheville Chair Company Mid Century Low Occasional Slipper Lounge Chairs, a Pa

Located in Countryside, IL

Wytheville Chair Company mid century low occasional slipper lounge chairs - a pair Each chair

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Wytheville Chair Company Mid Century Low Occasional Slipper Lounge Chairs, a Pa

H 25.5 in W 20.5 in D 22 in

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of button-tufted slipper chairs on espresso colored frames with loose lumbar pillows designed

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

H 31 in W 26 in D 31 in

Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge / Slipper Chairs, Guglielmo Ulrich, 1930

Located in New York, NY

Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern slipper chairs / armchairs / lounge chairs in a modern

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge / Slipper Chairs, Guglielmo Ulrich, 1930

H 28.5 in W 20 in D 28.5 in

Pair Mid-Century Modern Slipper/Lounge Chairs, American Designer, Tufted, Suede

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair Mid-Century Modern Slipper/Lounge Chairs, American Designer, Tufted, Suede. Each mid century

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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Suede, Wood

Pair Mid-Century Modern Slipper/Lounge Chairs, American Designer, Tufted, Suede

H 33 in W 26.5 in D 30 in

Single Italian Mid-Century Slipper Chair - walnut feet and original upholstery

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Single mid-century slipper chair with scallop edges forming a clamshell design. The chair is shown

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Single Italian Mid-Century Slipper Chair - walnut feet and original upholstery

H 30.5 in W 30 in D 30 in

3 Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Slipper / Lounge Chairs, Pierre Lottier, 1940

By Pierre Lottier

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Slipper, Fireplace or Lounge Chairs in dark green leather by French / Spanish designer

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

3 Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Slipper / Lounge Chairs, Pierre Lottier, 1940

H 30 in W 17.5 in D 23 in

Pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Italian Styled Slipper Chairs C1950

By Gio Ponti

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Simple yet elegant Italian designer slipper chairs C1950. Petite size so they can work in smaller

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Italian Styled Slipper Chairs C1950

H 31 in W 23.5 in D 27 in

A Mid Nineteenth Century Early Howard & Sons Baloon Back Slipper Chair

By Howard and Sons

Located in London, GB

A fine slipper chair featuring balloon back with wide seat and on turned walnut front legs of the

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Slipper Chairs

Materials

Brass

A Mid Nineteenth Century Early Howard & Sons Baloon Back Slipper Chair

H 30.75 in W 22 in D 29 in

Valentine Seaver for Kroehler Mid Century Black Vinyl Slipper Lounge Chair

By Valentine Seaver, Kroehler Mfg. Co.

Located in Countryside, IL

Valentine Seaver for Kroehler mid century black vinyl slipper lounge chair This chair is 24.75

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Valentine Seaver for Kroehler Mid Century Black Vinyl Slipper Lounge Chair

H 30.5 in W 24.75 in D 29.5 in

Pair Red Upholstery Mid Century Modern Fireside Slipper Lounge Chairs Camel Back

By American of Martinsville, Harvey Probber, (After) Gio Ponti, Paul McCobb, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair Red Tufted Upholstery Mid Century Modern Fireside Slipper Lounge Chairs Camel Back MINT! Bench

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Pair Red Upholstery Mid Century Modern Fireside Slipper Lounge Chairs Camel Back

H 30 in W 35 in D 23 in

Mid Century Mahogany Slipper Lounge Chair Attributed to Michael Taylor for Baker

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Doylestown, PA

Mid century spoon back mahogany slipper lounge chair attributed to Michael Taylor for Baker, 1950's

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Velvet

Mid Century Mahogany Slipper Lounge Chair Attributed to Michael Taylor for Baker

H 35.5 in W 21.5 in D 23.5 in

Lovely Pair of Gilbert Rohde Style Slipper Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

By Gilbert Rohde

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Lovely pair of Gilbert Rohde style slipper chairs. This pair will definitely need new upholstery

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Lovely Pair of Gilbert Rohde Style Slipper Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

H 29.5 in W 26 in D 29 in

Pair Mid-Century Modern Organic Form Harvey Probber Style Lounge / Slipper Chair

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair Mid-Century Modern organic form Harvey Probber style Lounge / Slipper Chair Pair of

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Pair Mid-Century Modern Organic Form Harvey Probber Style Lounge / Slipper Chair

H 32.5 in W 30 in D 27 in

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge / Slipper Chairs by Guglielmo Ulrich

By Guglielmo Ulrich

Located in New York, NY

An elegant and sensuous pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical wood and upholstery slipper

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge / Slipper Chairs by Guglielmo Ulrich

H 28.5 in W 20.38 in D 22 in

Paul Laszlo Upholstered Slipper Lounge Chair Barrel Wingback Mid-Century Modern

By Paul Laszlo

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mid-Century Modern Paul Laszlo upholstered barrel back lounge chair. Item features heavy solid wood

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Paul Laszlo Upholstered Slipper Lounge Chair Barrel Wingback Mid-Century Modern

H 36 in W 24 in D 30 in

Dunbar Slipper Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Palm Springs, CA

slipper chair by Edward Wormley for Dubar. Button tufted tight seat and back in ivory boucle. Wood

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Dunbar Slipper Chair

H 31 in W 26 in D 26 in

Mid Century Modern Round Slipper Chair in the Manner of Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall, Karpen of California

Located in Southampton, NJ

1960's round slipper chair in custom tiger upholstery with sculpted reverse tapered form back

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Round Slipper Chair in the Manner of Adrian Pearsall

H 38 in Dm 30 in

Italian Slipper Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian slipper chairs new reupholstered in Italian velvet, 1950s period chairs are refurbished

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Italian Slipper Chairs

H 36 in W 17 in D 15.5 in

Pair Mid-Century Modern Jean-Michel Frank Style Lounge / Slipper Chairs, Mohair

By (after) Jean Michel Frank

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair Mid-Century Modern Jean-Michel Frank Style Lounge / Slipper Chairs, Mohair Pair of chunky

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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Pair Mid-Century Modern Jean-Michel Frank Style Lounge / Slipper Chairs, Mohair

H 33.5 in W 22.5 in D 27 in

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Countryside, IL

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Slipper Lounge Chairs - Pair

H 31 in W 27 in D 26 in

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs with Ebony Bases up to 3 Available

By Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Low wide Mid-Century Modern slipper chairs with refinished ebony plinth inset bases in the style of

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs with Ebony Bases up to 3 Available

H 27.5 in W 26.5 in D 27 in

Pair of Hollywood Regency Mid Century Button Tufted Slipper Chairs

By William Billy Haines

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Beautifully designed and just reupholstered with camel colored ultrasuede. Great style with simplicity and comfort. In excellent restored condition with minimal wear.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Slipper Chairs

Materials

Ultrasuede

Pair of Hollywood Regency Mid Century Button Tufted Slipper Chairs

H 35 in W 26 in D 26 in

Fabulous Pair of Milo Baughman Style Chrome Slipper Chairs Mid-century Modern

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Gorgeous pair of Milo Baughman style heavy chrome slipper chairs. The solid chromed steel flat bar

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Fabulous Pair of Milo Baughman Style Chrome Slipper Chairs Mid-century Modern

H 32.5 in W 22.5 in D 29 in

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Lounge Chairs in Grey Tweed with Bronze Frames

By Florence Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A simple and sleek modern pair of slipper chairs after Florence Knoll circa 1970's. These feature

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Lounge Chairs in Grey Tweed with Bronze Frames

H 31.5 in W 25 in D 31.5 in

Stunning Pair of Harvey Probber Chunky Leg Slipper Chair Mid-Century Modern

By Harvey Probber

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning Pair of Harvey Probber slipper chairs with simple dark walnut frames. Wedge-shaped, sharp

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Stunning Pair of Harvey Probber Chunky Leg Slipper Chair Mid-Century Modern

H 33 in W 25 in D 28 in

Sexy Pair Robsjohn Gibbings Style Tufted back Slipper Chairs Mid-Century Modern

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Sexy pair of Robsjohn Gibbings style tufted back slipper chairs. We love the look of the sleek

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Sexy Pair Robsjohn Gibbings Style Tufted back Slipper Chairs Mid-Century Modern

H 38 in W 28 in D 32 in

A Pair of Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

By Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar slipper chairs with tufted upholstery and matching lumbar

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

A Pair of Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs

H 31 in W 23 in D 29 in

Pair of Midcentury Milo Baughman Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and stylish seat in any setting. These elegant mid-century chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer

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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Midcentury Milo Baughman Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chairs

H 32 in W 29 in D 32 in

Excellent Pair of Gilbert Rohde Style Mohair Slipper Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

By Gilbert Rohde

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Excellent pair of newly reupholstered Gilbert Rohde style mohair slipper chairs. This pair has been

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Excellent Pair of Gilbert Rohde Style Mohair Slipper Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

H 31 in W 27.5 in D 31 in

Fun Pair of Kroehler Bat Wing Swivel Slipper Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

By Kroehler Mfg. Co.

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Super cool pair of Kroehler bat wing swivel slipper chairs. The chairs are in nice vintage

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Fun Pair of Kroehler Bat Wing Swivel Slipper Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

H 28 in W 23 in D 24 in

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Midcentury Slipper Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of midcentury slipper chairs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct midcentury slipper chairs — often made from fabric, wood and velvet — can elevate any home. Midcentury slipper chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Midcentury slipper chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many midcentury slipper chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor and Harvey Probber produced popular midcentury slipper chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Midcentury Slipper Chairs?

Midcentury slipper chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,250, while the lowest priced sells for $750 and the highest can go for as much as $12,800.

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 Midcentury Slipper Chairs

What is a slipper chair used for?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Slipper chairs were used by women from royal families as well as by members of society’s upper class. They would sit on these chairs placed in their bedrooms while domestic servants helped them put on the shoes. Now the slipper chair is a medium to large upholstered occasional chair that lacks arms and sits low to the ground. It is a very common piece of furniture to have. 1stDibs offers a collection of slipper chairs to choose from.
What is a Victorian slipper chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Victorian slipper chair is a chair that was made to be shorter than the average chair. The height of its seat was 15 inches from the floor, compared to the standard 17 to 18 inches. Shop a collection of Victorian slipper chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a slipper accent chair?
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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.
What is the origin of the slipper chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The slipper chair originated in 18th century Europe. It was used in women’s bedrooms as seating for when maids would assist them in putting on their slippers. Today, a slipper chair refers to a low-slung chair. Browse a selection of modern and antique slipper chairs on 1stDibs.

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