What are chairs with arms called?

Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.

What do you call a chair with arms?

A chair with arms is an armchair .

What is a dining chair with arms called?

A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.

What do you call an accent chair with no arms?

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.

Should dining room chairs have arms?

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

What are dining room chairs with arms called?

Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.

Why are dining chairs with arms called carvers?

No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.

What are dining chairs without arms called?

Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner?

What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.

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Pair of Mid Century Armchairs by Umberto Mascagni, light pink and white, 1954

$2,387 / set

Pair of Mid Century Armchairs by Umberto Mascagni, light pink and white, 1954

By Umberto Mascagni

Located in Berlin, DE

Very rare pair of arm chairs by Umberto Mascagni from the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Brown Jordan “Tamiami” Dining Set with Dining Table and Four Armchairs, 1960s

$3,500 / set

Brown Jordan “Tamiami” Dining Set with Dining Table and Four Armchairs, 1960s

By Brown Jordan

Located in Chicago, IL

Straight Arm Chairs (pair): 22 W × 25 D × 30.5 H in. Arm height: 21.5 in.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

4-piece Garden / Patio Set by Russell Woodard, 2-seater /pr. springer/ table

$1,499 / set

4-piece Garden / Patio Set by Russell Woodard, 2-seater /pr. springer/ table

By Russell Woodard

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classicc 4-piece Garden / Patio Set designed by Russell Woodard, Set includes 2-seater sofa. nice pair of springer (bounce) arm chairs ,,,occasional table..

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Unusual T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Paddle Armchairs Widdicomb ca' 1950's

$11,500 / set

Unusual T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Paddle Armchairs Widdicomb ca' 1950's

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of unusual paddle arm chairs by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, ca' 1950's.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Maple

Krogenæs Møbler, Armchairs, Pine, Blue Fabric, Norway, 1970s

$3,000 / set

Krogenæs Møbler, Armchairs, Pine, Blue Fabric, Norway, 1970s

Located in Stamford, CT

Krogenæs Møbler, Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, Armchairs, Pine, Blue Fabric, Norway, 1970s Pair of arm chairs designed & produced by Krogenæs Møbler in Norway c. 1970's.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Pine

French Empire Revival, Bronze, Mahogany, Tapestry, Armchairs, France, 19th c.

$13,500 / set

French Empire Revival, Bronze, Mahogany, Tapestry, Armchairs, France, 19th c.

Located in Stamford, CT

French Empire Revival, Bronze, Mahogany, Tapestry, Armchairs, France, 19th c. A finely cast pair of Napoleon lll Arm Chairs. Each mahogany chair decorated with exceptional dore bron...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

Thayer Coggin Milo Baughman Rosewood Mid Century 66" Long Console Table MINT!

$7,200

Thayer Coggin Milo Baughman Rosewood Mid Century 66" Long Console Table MINT!

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Carved Arm Lounge Fireside Chairs by Bernhardt Regency Style MINT

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Serge Roche Style Carved Palm Frond Armchairs

$1,195 / set

Vintage Serge Roche Style Carved Palm Frond Armchairs

By Serge Roche

Located in West Chester, PA

A high quality pair of vintage carved arm chairs with vintage floral upholstery.

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

J &J Kohn Bentwood Salon Suite by Gustav Siegel early 1900's

$9,800 / set

J &J Kohn Bentwood Salon Suite by Gustav Siegel early 1900's

By Gustav Siegel, J & J Kohn & Mundus

Located in Buffalo, NY

A rare and historically significant Art Nouveau settee, Model No. 715, with matching pair of arm-chairs.designed by Gustav Siegel in 1899 and produced by the renowned Viennese furnit...

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

19th Century Antique French Chinoiserie Armchairs in Red and Gold

$2,100

19th Century Antique French Chinoiserie Armchairs in Red and Gold

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of antique French Chinoiserie Arm Chairs from the late 19th Century.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer

19th French Salon suite.

$10,218

19th French Salon suite.

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A good quality late 19th century French carved gilt wood Salon suite, conceding of a pair of arm chairs and matching sofa. The gilded show-wood having classical scrolling floral deco...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Sectional Sofas

Materials

Giltwood

1920s Swedish armchairs hand-scraped to their original paint

$3,951 / set

1920s Swedish armchairs hand-scraped to their original paint

Located in London, GB

A pair of open arm swedish chairs from the early 1900s that have been hand scraped and still retain some traces of the original paint.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Armchairs

Materials

Wood

T-Line Armchairs by Burkhard Vogtherr für Arflex, 1982

$2,501 / set

T-Line Armchairs by Burkhard Vogtherr für Arflex, 1982

By Burkhard Vogtherr

Located in Greding, DE

Pair of T-Line arm chairs with black metal frame and red cover by Burkhard Vogtherr for Arflex.

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Georgian Black Mahogany Nightstand / 4 Drawer Silver Chest

$695

Vintage Georgian Black Mahogany Nightstand / 4 Drawer Silver Chest

Located in Wilmington, DE

See our other listings for a matching pair of arm chairs. 24" w x 14.5" d x 24" h

Category

Vintage 1980s North American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

1950s Stately Gray Armchairs Mahogany & Bronze by Arturo Pani

$7,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

1950s Stately Gray Armchairs Mahogany & Bronze by Arturo Pani

By Arturo Pani

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, Pair of Stately arm chairs in Mexican mahogany wood with bronze.

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

6 Piece Mid-Century Modern Rattan Patio Porch Ensemble

$6,800 / set

6 Piece Mid-Century Modern Rattan Patio Porch Ensemble

Located in Sheffield, MA

A hard to find complete set of rattan wicker patio, porch set (6) pieces including: 3 seater sofa, pair of arm chairs, pair of glass top side tables and coffee table with glass top.

Category

Early 20th Century North American Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wicker

Lovely French Louis XVI Belle Epoque Parlor or Salon Set

$2,880Sale Price / set|40% Off

Lovely French Louis XVI Belle Epoque Parlor or Salon Set

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A very pretty late 19th century three piece Louis XVI style parlor set consisting of a settee and a pair of arm chairs having beautiful carved designs on the painted arms and legs an...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Living Room Sets

Materials

Linen, Wood

Salterni Wrought iron 5-piece Patio Set

$3,160Sale Price / set|20% Off

Salterni Wrought iron 5-piece Patio Set

By Salterini, Mario Papperzini

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Overall Measurements : Settee: 38-Inches wide w x 32-Inches high x 17 -inches deep, Arm height is 23-inches / Seat height is 16-Inches Pair of Arm chairs : 21-Inches wide w x 3...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Henry Olko Mid Century Modern Square Series Rattan Sofa USA 1970s

$5,800

Henry Olko Mid Century Modern Square Series Rattan Sofa USA 1970s

By Henry Olko, Willow and Reed

Located in Stamford, CT

There are matching pieces available: A pair of arm chairs and a side table. All pieces were found in Paris.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Cane, Hardwood

Illum Wikkelso 'Capella' Set of 2x Black Leather Sofa & Side Table Denmark 1960s

$14,552 / set

Illum Wikkelso 'Capella' Set of 2x Black Leather Sofa & Side Table Denmark 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Berlin, DE

We have also listed a pair of 'Capella' Lounge / Arm Chairs. The Cappella series is characterized by its clean, modern lines and minimalist design.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Josef Frank Art Deco Vintage Circular Walnut Black Glass Side Table Vienna, 1925

$14,211

Josef Frank Art Deco Vintage Circular Walnut Black Glass Side Table Vienna, 1925

By Josef Frank

Located in Vienna, AT

You are able to see a pair of Josef Frank arm chairs, which we also offer in our shop about the site.

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

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Pair Arm Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of pair arm chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, fabric and upholstery, all pair arm chairs available were constructed with great care. Pair arm chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Pair arm chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made pair arm chairs over the years, but those made by Milo Baughman, Edward Wormley and Knoll are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Pair Arm Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,571, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $75,000 highest priced.

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 Pair Arm Chairs

What are chairs with arms called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Chairs with arms are called armchairs, and there are many styles of them. Examples include club, wingback and roll arm chairs. Find a collection of armchairs on 1stDibs today.
What do you call a chair with arms?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A chair with arms is an armchair.
What is a dining chair with arms called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
What do you call an accent chair with no arms?
1 Answer
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.
Should dining room chairs have arms?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
What are dining room chairs with arms called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
Why are dining chairs with arms called carvers?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
What are dining chairs without arms called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.

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