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Set of 10 English Chippendale Mahogany Ribbon Chair
Located in New York, NY
Set of 10 English Chippendale style (19th Cent) mahogany ribbon back chairs with bird design and
Category
Antique 19th Century British Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Carved Mahogany Chippendale Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
This set of ten Carved Mahogany Chippendale Dining Chairs are also often referred to as ribbon back
Category
2010s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Chippendale Style Ladder Ribbon Back Embroidered Seat Side Chair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Chippendale Style Ladder Ribbon Back Embroidered Seat Side Chair
This is a superb mahogany
Category
Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair 19th Century Chippendale style ribbon back arm chairs
Located in Brighton, Sussex
wonderful hand carved ribbon back decoration, drop in upholstered seats and raised on cabriole legs
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair Of Antique Chippendale Style Ribbon Back Side Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine Pair of Mahogany frame chairs with finely carved frames having sinuous and twining back
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chippendale Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Philadelphia Chippendale Style Chair with Carved Ribbon-Back, circa 1840
Located in Miami, FL
A very beautiful Rococo-Revival, Chippendale style chair in mahogany with ribbon-back carving
Category
Antique 1830s American Chippendale Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 40.5 in W 21.25 in D 23 in
1700's Chippendale Style Country Ladder Ribbon-Back Maple Side Chairs, Pair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Louisville, KY
backs of these chairs are more delicate than others of this period and style. Higher, thinner rails and
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century American Chippendale Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood, Maple
H 39 in W 21.75 in D 16 in
20th Century Chippendale Style Varnished Carved Pine Ribbon-Back Side Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare Ribbon-Back Chippendale Style Varnished Carved Pine Side Chair in great vintage condition
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Side Chairs
Materials
Pine
H 41.5 in W 20 in D 22 in
Antique George II Ribbon Back Irish Ladder Back Walnut Dining Side Chairs - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique George II Ribbon Back Irish Ladder Back Walnut Dining Side Chairs - a Pair. Item features
Category
Antique 18th Century Unknown George II Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 39.5 in W 22 in D 22 in
12 Antique Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Ribbon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Style Ribbon Back Dining Chairs, crafted circa 1928. Each chair is a testament to the enduring allure of
Category
Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Georgian Style Carved Ribbon Back Solid Mahogany Dining Side Chair (B)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Georgian Style Carved Ribbon Back Solid Mahogany Dining Side Chair (B). Item features solid
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Georgian Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 39 in W 23 in D 25 in
Extraordinary Set Of 8 Antique Georgian Ribbon Back Arm Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
. With elaborate Ribbon and Tassel carved back splats, Acanthus carvings on the Arms and Supports and a
Category
Antique 19th Century Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Six Ribbon Back Dining Chairs by Dennis and Leen
By Dennis & Leen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the elegant and sophisticated Set of Six Ribbon Back Dining Chairs by Dennis and Leen
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
19C Set of 6 Irish Chippendale Style Ribbon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a fabulous 19C set of 6 Irish Chippendale style ribbon back dining chairs.
Irish made
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Irish Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
6 Vintage Chairs DUX - Ribbon Back 1960s, Sweden - Dining chairs, Teak, Set of 6
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 6 vintage dining chairs made by manufacturer DUX, Sweden in the 1960s.
Model name: Ribbon
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.53 in W 18.51 in D 19.69 in
Antique Georgian Style Carved Ribbon Back Solid Mahogany Dining Side Chair (C)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Georgian Style Carved Ribbon Back Solid Mahogany Dining Side Chair (C). Item features solid
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 39 in W 23 in D 25 in
Antique Georgian Style Carved Ribbon Back Solid Mahogany Dining Side Chair (A)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Georgian Style Carved Ribbon Back Solid Mahogany Dining Side Chair (C). Item features solid
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 39 in W 23 in D 25 in
Ribbon Dining Chair By André Fu Living
By André Fu
Located in Admiralty, HK
the ribbon chair evokes the dancing profiles of a flying ribbon, with timber legs being hand
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of 8 Chippendale style Mahogany ribbon back dining chairs, circa 1880
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality set of eight late 19th Century English Chippendale style dining chairs. Each
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 42.52 in W 24.41 in D 22.84 in
Set of Eight Antique Mahogany Fine 19th Century Ribbon Back Dining Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
These are fine examples of English furniture design, with the interlaced ribboning and graceful
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 39.5 in W 25.5 in D 23 in
English Chippendale Mahogany Ribbon Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
English Chippendale style (19th Cent) mahogany ribbon back side chair with slip seat
Category
Antique 19th Century British Chippendale Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
English Hepplewhite Shield Back Chair
Located in Wilson, NC
English Hepplewhite shield back chair in fruitwood with overall classical floral painting, the
Category
Antique 1810s English Hepplewhite Chairs
Materials
Paint, Fruitwood
Chippendale Style Ribband Back Side Chair
Located in Wilson, NC
Chippendale style ribband back side chair, variations of this chair can been seen in Thomas
Category
Antique 1890s English Chippendale Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
Expertly Restored - Midcentury Chrome Ribbon Style Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of luxurious chairs designed and made by New Look Espanola in Spain during the 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini "Ribbon" Wrought Iron Painted Dining Chairs
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century Italian wrought iron "Ribbon" dining chairs painted white with gently sloped
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 33 in W 19 in D 25 in
Post-Modern 1980s Sculptural Ribbon Form Dark Blue Leather Lounge Chair
By Verner Panton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
overall form that's reminiscent of the Verner Panton Ribbon chair, with it's sweeping back flowing into
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of 1960s Nicos Zographos CH28 Ribbon Chairs in Caramel Leather
By Zographos Designs Ltd., Nicos Zographos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Nicos Zographos CH28 ribbon lounge chairs in caramel leather, produced by Nicos
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Ribbon Dining Chairs with Seat
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
SET of 6 Mid-Century Italian ribbon dining chairs with gently sloped, mesh metal seats and demilune
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
French Louis XVI Style Caned Seat and Back Carved Oak Vanity Chair
Located in Doylestown, PA
French Louis XVI style caned seat and back carved oak vanity chair, c. 1920.
Charming chair
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
CM194 Low Chairs – high back – by Pierre Paulin for Thonet around 1959s
By Pierre Paulin, Thonet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
excellent source of research. High back type is rare.
The set of chairs has recently been restored and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.14 in W 23.63 in D 35.44 in
Set of Eight Maurizio Tempestini "Ribbon" Patio Chairs for Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs and six side chairs with a ribbon detail along the back rest of each. This set has been fully
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 32.75 in W 25.25 in D 22.25 in
Pair of 'Ribbon' Lounge Chairs by Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi, c 1969
By Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi, Fiarm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ribbon chairs, this pair has buttons for seat and back cushions to be secured adding additional comfort
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Pair of Pink Suede Sculptural Ribbon Armchairs or Lounge Chairs by Marge Carson
By Marge Carson, Carsons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the 1990s by Marge Carson, these lounge chairs capture the essence of 90s
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Suede
H 32 in W 29.5 in D 32 in
Set of 8 Black Custom “Ribbon” Dining Chairs Modern Draper Style
By Barbara Barry, Dorothy Draper
Located in Palm Springs, CA
the “ribbon” or “bracelet” dining chairs with 3 interlocking rings on backs. Original to the estate
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
French Neoclassical Style Carved Back Slipper Chair and Needlepoint Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style carved back slipper chair with needlepoint seat circa 1920-1930. This
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
H 28.75 in W 18.5 in D 14.75 in
Set of 12 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Ribbon Dining Chairs with Seats
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
SET of 12 Mid-Century Italian ribbon dining chairs with gently sloped, mesh metal seat and demilune
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 33 in W 25.5 in D 23 in
3 x Dux Of Sweden Ribbon Dining Chairs Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅
3 x Dux Of Sweden Ribbon Dining Chairs
This modernist chair was produced by the
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Other
Pair of 1940's Hollywood Lyre Back Occasional Chairs
Located in New York, NY
This pair of 1940s Hollywood chairs with stylized lyre back design with double ribbon center
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Six Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Shied Back Dining Chairs 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
reticulated shield ribbon backs, raised on cabriole legs having carved acanthus knees and terminating in claw
Category
20th Century Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Chippendale Style Dining Chairs, 8
Located in New York, NY
ribbon back splats, with tiger upholstered drop in seats above cabriole legs and comprising six side
Category
20th Century Unknown Chippendale Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Oak Jacobean Style Throne Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
sides, generous flaring seat and Ribbon and Foliate carving to the back. Very solid feeling with good
Category
Antique 19th Century English Jacobean Chairs
Materials
Oak
A Rare Louis XVI Giltwood Corner Chair
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
carved with scroll work, rosettes, ribbons, with a decorative 'acorn' at the back corner of the chair
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Giltwood
Black One Wire Chair by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Black One Wire Chair by OK Design
Dimensions: D 56 x W 49 x H 76 cm.
Materials: Powder-coated metal
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
White One Wire Chair by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
White One Wire Chair by OK Design
Dimensions: D 56 x W 49 x H 76 cm.
Materials: Powder-coated metal
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Couture Wooden-Legged Chair by Stefano Bigi
By Enrico Pellizzoni
Located in Milan, IT
This chair was designed to fit perfectly into any space. The seat's shape holds up the back
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
Georgian Regency Painted Chairs, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Richmond, London
A charming pair of painted side chairs (THREE PAIRS and a PAIR OF MATCHING ARMCHAIRS are currently
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of 18th Century Dutch Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A very attractive pair of 18th century Dutch mahogany side chairs. With an elegant and shapely form
Category
Antique 18th Century Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of 8 English Chippendale Brown Leather Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in New York, NY
Set of 8 English Chippendale style (late 19th Cent) chairs with a carved ribbon back design & new
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Black One Wire Chair, White Frame, by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Black One Wire Chair, White Frame, by OK Design
Dimensions: D 56 x W 49 x H 76 cm.
Materials
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
White One Wire Chair, Black Frame, by OK Design
Located in Geneve, CH
White One Wire Chair, Black Frame, by OK Design
Dimensions: D 56 x W 49 x H 76 cm.
Materials
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy, relaunched in
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011.
Manufactured by Cassina
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011.
Manufactured by Cassina
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Louis XV Style Giltwood Salon Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Ross, CA
with ribbons, supported on cabriole legs. Back and seat are deeply tufted in padded red silk, front
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Silk, Giltwood
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011.
Manufactured by Cassina
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011.
Manufactured by
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011.
Manufactured by
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
structure. Eschewing the traditional legs-seat-back sequence, Rietveld created a ribbon of wood forming a Z
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of 19th Century Georgian Period Carved Mahogany Chairs
Located in London, GB
A Pair of George IV Hall Chairs
By William Latham Huxley
Constructed in mahogany, having
Category
Antique 19th Century English George IV Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Zig Zag Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011.
Manufactured by
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
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Ribbon Back Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of ribbon back chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique ribbon back chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and mahogany. Ribbon back chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Ribbon back chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Georgian, Mid-Century Modern and Louis XV styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Large ribbon back chairs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller ribbon back chairs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 16.5 inches in width — may make for a better choice. There have been many well-made ribbon back chairs over the years, but those made by Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini and John Salterini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Ribbon Back Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $795 on the low end and $18,500 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 Ribbon 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
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The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
Light and Dwell Brings Elegance and Ease to an Oregon Wine Country Estate
Molly Kidd lets her affection for France shine through in a new-build home that has the character of a centuries-old villa but still feels light and fresh.
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