$995 / set
H 34.25 in W 20.5 in D 22.5 in
John Widdicomb Style Modern Parsons Leather Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Modern Parsons side chairs or dining chairs In the manner of John Widdicomb
Leather, Maple
Set of Ten Parsons Dining Chairs with Pollack Fabric
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent set of ten bespoke parsons style dining chairs upholstered with Pollack viscose fabric from
Fabric, Wood
$2,995 / set
H 41.75 in W 20 in D 27 in
6 Post-Modern White Upholstered High Back Parsons Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Pace Collection
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Clean, refined, and effortlessly timeless, this matching set of six high-back Parsons dining chairs
Fabric
$876Sale Price|20% Off
H 42 in W 19 in D 24 in
Postmodern Multi Colored Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional set of 6 tags postmodern parsons dining chairs. Each feature a multi colored, orange
Fabric
Vintage Modern High Back Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Modern High-Back Parsons Dining Chairs with Curved Backs - Set of 4 Sleek and versatile
Textile
Set of Six De Sede Camel Leather Parsons Dining Chairs
By De Sede
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of six parson's style dining chairs crafted by De Sede, Switzerland. The stylish chairs
Leather, Beech
John Widdicomb Mid Century Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By John Widdicomb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Widdicomb Mid Century Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 8 Each armless chair measures: 18.5 wide
Upholstery, Wood
$539Sale Price|62% Off
H 38 in W 20.5 in D 22 in
Set of 4 Postmodern Parson's Style Dining Chairs in Yellow
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of 4 postmodern dining chairs feature vintage yellow velour upholstery throughout, tufted
Upholstery
$4,995 / set
H 40 in W 19.5 in D 27 in
Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight Modern or Postmodern Parsons blue upholstered dining chairs By Paul Evans
Upholstery, Wood
$2,495 / set
H 40 in W 20.75 in D 28 in
Karl Springer Style Modern Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Karl Springer
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of four Modern or Postmodern Parsons upholstered side chairs or dining chairs In
Brass
$2,395 / set
H 34.25 in W 20.5 in D 22.5 in
John Widdicomb Style Modern Parsons Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Modern Parsons dining chairs In the manner of John Widdicomb USA, Circa
Leather, Maple
$1,475 / set
H 38.5 in W 18.5 in D 20 in
Set of 4 John Widdicomb Parson's Style Dining Chairs on Castors
By John Widdicomb
Located in Chicago, IL
A great set of four John Widdicomb Parsons style dining chairs. This set has its original
Upholstery, Wood
$1,175 / set
H 39.5 in W 21 in D 20 in
4 Italian Modern Parsons Dark Oak Suede Side Accent Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Four vintage modern Italian Parsons dining chairs featuring dark oak frame with suede upholstery
Suede, Oak
$2,900 / set
H 31 in W 24.5 in D 21.75 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Parsons Armchair Lounge Chairs after Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple modern pair of decorator armchairs attributed to Milo Baughman. These feature heavy solid wood framing with updated upholstery. Price includes the pair.
Fabric
$3,900 / set
H 32 in W 36 in D 30 in
Mid Century Post Modern Lounge Chairs by Donghia for Kroehler After Parsons
By Donghia, Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome matching pair of armchairs designed by Donghia for Koehler. These feature their original grey flanel upholstery and ready for use. Manufacture labels
Fabric
$2,200 / set
H 42.25 in W 20.5 in D 21 in
21st C. 4 Colorful Designer Parsons Dining Chairs with Contrasting Piping
Located in Morristown, NJ
21st c., (2) pairs of colorfully upholstered Parsons side chairs, two in turquoise with lime green
Fabric, Wood
$2,025 / set
H 40.5 in W 19.5 in D 22 in
Set of 6 Parsons Dining Chairs Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Redding, CT
Set of 6 Parsons Dining Chairs Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin. Unique and unusual vinyl covering
Faux Leather
$2,850 / set
H 41 in W 19 in D 25 in
Stylish Milo Baughman Style Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish set of six Milo Baughman style parsons dining chairs. These do retain their original 1980s
Upholstery
$3,995 / set
H 40 in W 19.5 in D 27 in
Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Modern or Postmodern Parsons blue upholstered dining chairs By Paul Evans
Upholstery, Wood
$1,295 / set
H 40 in W 19.5 in D 27 in
Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Side Chairs or Dining Chai
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Modern or Postmodern Parsons blue upholstered dining chairs By Paul Evans for
Upholstery, Wood
$10,925
H 30 in W 30 in D 30 in
Set of 2 Mid Century Modern Parsons Club Chairs Manner of Milo Baughman, 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Deland, FL
Ultra stylish and grand in scope this set of chic Parsons club chairs, in the manner of Milo
Fabric
$600 / set
H 38.25 in W 18 in D 17.5 in
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Modern Upholstered Parsons Dining Chairs, Set 4
By Milo Baughman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four Milo Baughman style parsons dining chairs with waterfall backs. In its original
Fabric, Foam, Wood
$2,500
H 38 in W 19 in D 21 in
Set of 8 Postmodern Dining Chairs in Aqua Green Upholstery, Parsons style
Located in Las Vegas, NV
An awesome set of eight vintage dining chairs, dating to the 1980-1990s, showcasing bold postmodern
Fabric
$2,600 / set
H 37 in W 20 in D 23 in
Set of 6 Modern Parson Dining Chairs for Directional, puffy off-white
By Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 6 Modern Parson Dining Chairs made by Directional. Off-white in color Fully upholstered 4
Upholstery
$1,700 / set
H 37.5 in W 20 in D 30 in
4 Modern Leopard Upholstered Nailhead Parsons Rolled Back Oak Side Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four vintage dining side chairs featuring Leopard fabric with rolled back, nailhead trim
Upholstery, Hardwood
$2,600 / set
H 41 in W 20 in D 22 in
1970s Palm Beach Chic Chinoiserie Parsons Style Dining Chairs, set of 4
Located in Charleston, SC
A set of 4 custom Palm Beach Chic fully upholstered and skirted in a stunning copper on black silk blend fabric. These are so chic in their classic palm frond design. There are no...
Silk, Wood
$5,940 / set
H 40 in W 18 in D 23 in
Set of Four Custom Nils Parsons Style Dining Chairs by Björk Studio
By Bjork Studio
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabulous set of 4 custom Nils dining chairs in grey mélange fabric with off white ultra leather
Fabric, Lacquer
$2,495 / set
H 42 in W 22 in D 25 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Far East Parsons Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six mid-century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Parsons style dining chairs By
Upholstery, Walnut
$4,500 / set
H 40.75 in W 18.5 in D 25 in
Set of 6 Chrome Parsons Style Dining Side Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A great set of 6 vintage modernist dining chairs with chrome parsons style bases, slightly tapered
Chrome
$5,000
H 40.5 in W 20.5 in D 22.5 in
Set of 6 MCM Henredon Scene One Royal Blue velvet Campaign Parsons Dining Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set of 6 MCM Henredon Scene One Campaign Walnut Parsons Dining Chairs You will find timeless
Velvet
$3,900 / set
H 38.75 in W 21.5 in D 22.5 in
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Parsons Dining Chairs with Arch Backs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome set of six matching dining chairs circa 1970's. Chairs are in very clean ready to use
Fabric
$52,000 / set
H 36 in W 18.25 in D 20.5 in
Chic Restored Set of 16 Brass Parsons Dining Chairs by John Stuart, circa 1968
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
base Parsons style dining chairs, circa 1968. The set consists of two (2) host and fourteen (14) side
Brass
$81,000 / set
H 40 in W 22 in D 20 in
Elegant Set of 12 Parsons Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1970
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
A sublime set of twelve (12) restored Parsons style dining chairs by Baker, circa 1970. This
Walnut
$39,500 / set
H 36 in W 18.25 in D 20.5 in
Chic Restored Set of 12 Brass Parsons Dining Chairs by John Stuart, circa 1968
By John Stuart Inc.
Located in Atlanta, GA
upholstery service is available. A stunning set of twelve (12) brass base Parsons style dining chairs, circa
Brass
$2,000
H 26 in W 30 in D 28 in
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Parsons Style Pink Mohair Lounge Club Armchair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dayton, OH
An eye catching Parsons style chair attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggins, circa 1970s
Mohair, Hardwood
$2,800 / set
H 34 in W 25 in D 26 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Parsons Lounge Armchairs in Beige
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matching pair of clean line accent chairs in the style of Milo Baughman. These feature the
Fabric, Wood
Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa for Thayer Coggin c. 1970s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Coffee Table c. 1970s Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Parsons Chair in Leopard Velvet c. 1970 Post Modern
Upholstery, Wood
$6,890 / set
H 47.25 in W 19.5 in D 21.5 in
Pietro Costantini for Ello Postmodern High Back Dining Chairs, Set of 8 (Italy)
By Pietro Costantini
Located in Round Top, TX
precision while reinforcing their architectural character. We have shown the chairs with a Parsons-style
Textile, Wood
$36,500 / set
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Exquisite Set of 8 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Atlanta, GA
wrapped Parsons style dining chairs by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal, circa 1975. Heavy hardwood
Cane, Hardwood
$55,500 / set
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Exquisite Set of 12 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Atlanta, GA
twelve (12) difficult to find cane wrapped Parsons style dining chairs by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal
Cane, Hardwood
$46,000 / set
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Exquisite Set of 10 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Atlanta, GA
ten (10) difficult to find cane wrapped Parsons style dining chairs by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal
Cane, Hardwood
$64,500 / set
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Exquisite Set of 14 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Atlanta, GA
fourteen (14) difficult to find cane wrapped Parsons style dining chairs by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal
Cane, Hardwood
$34,000 / set
H 35.5 in W 17 in D 21.5 in
Superb Set of 12 Cane Wrapped Dining Chairs in the Style of Billy Baldwin, 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Cane, Hardwood
$28,500 / set
H 35.5 in W 17 in D 21.5 in
Superb Set of Ten Cane Wrapped Dining Chairs in the Style of Billy Baldwin, 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Cane, Hardwood
$3,800 / set
H 32 in W 36 in D 30 in
Mid Century Post Modern Lounge Chairs by Donghia for Kroehler After Parsons
By Donghia
Located in Southampton, NY
Mid Century Post Modern Lounge Chairs by Donghia for Kroehler After Parsons. A handsome matching
Fabric
$1,195
H 45 in W 26 in D 26 in
Post Modern Gray Faux Leather Parson’s Style Armed Accent Chair on Casters
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous modern gray faux leather modified Parson’s style armed accent chair on casters. Beautiful
Faux Leather
$2,800 / item
H 30 in W 31 in D 31 in
Rare Nicos Zographos Black Leather -Brushed Aiiminum Parsons Club Chairs 4 AVAIL
By Zographos Designs Ltd., Nicos Zographos
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning black leather Nicos Zogrophos club chairs. Priced per chair. 4 chaiors available. Nicos
Stainless Steel, Aluminum
$12,400 / set
H 27 in W 32 in D 26 in
Milo Baughman Parsons Style Ivory Bouclé Chairs with en suite Ottoman c. 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Parsons style Mid Century Modern arm chairs with matching en suite Parsons style ottoman newly upholstered
Bouclé, Upholstery
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.
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