Modular Slipper Chair
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Slipper Chairs
Wool, Bouclé, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Slipper Chairs
Wool, Bouclé, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Slipper Chairs
Wool, Bouclé, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Slipper Chairs
Wool, Bouclé, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Slipper Chairs
Bouclé, Oak, Wool
2010s American Slipper Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Oak, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Reed, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Modern Sectional Sofas
Mohair, Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Swiss Sectional Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Suede, Cord, String, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather, Upholstery, Oak
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Table Lamps
Hide, Wood, Parchment Paper
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern End Tables
Travertine, Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers ...
Copper, Brass
2010s American Flush Mount
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Metal
2010s Chinese Minimalist Benches
Velvet
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Textile, Cane, Wood, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Travertine
2010s Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs
Plastic
2010s Mexican American Classical Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
2010s Modern Tables
Hardwood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Enamel, Brass
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Rosewood, Leather
Vintage 1970s American Modern Slipper Chairs
Velvet
Vintage 1970s Italian Living Room Sets
Leather, Foam, Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Slipper Chairs
Plastic, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Velvet
Late 20th Century American Modern Slipper Chairs
Fabric, Plastic, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Slipper Chairs
Vintage 1960s American Sectional Sofas
Walnut, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Late 20th Century American Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Chenille, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rattan, Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1960s French Modern Living Room Sets
Leather, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sectional Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sectional Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair, Lucite, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Slipper Chairs
Leather, Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wool, Upholstery, Plastic
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Foam, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Canadian Modern Sectional Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s Slipper Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Plastic
Vintage 1960s American Sectional Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Rosewood
20th Century American Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Modular Slipper Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Modular Slipper Chair?
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.
- What is a slipper accent chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Slipper 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
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