Antique Round Chair
Late 19th Century American American Colonial Antique Round Chair
Hardwood
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Round Chair
Elm
Late 19th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Antique Round Chair
Cane, Hardwood, Teak
Late 18th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Round Chair
Ash, Elm, Bentwood
1920s French Art Deco Antique Round Chair
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Round Chair
Birch
18th Century Italian Antique Round Chair
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Round Chair
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Round Chair
Wood
Early 20th Century North American Victorian Antique Round Chair
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Round Chair
Textile, Cane, Walnut
19th Century English Georgian Antique Round Chair
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Round Chair
Elm
Late 19th Century French Antique Round Chair
Leather, Wood
Early 1900s Country Antique Round Chair
Beech
1880s Scottish Antique Round Chair
Oak
1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Round Chair
Walnut
1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Round Chair
Walnut
Late 18th Century American American Colonial Antique Round Chair
Wood
19th Century German Antique Round Chair
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Round Chair
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century Portuguese Chippendale Antique Round Chair
Straw, Wood
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Round Chair
Brass
Early 20th Century Swedish Primitive Antique Round Chair
Wood
19th Century Danish Antique Round Chair
Hardwood
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Round Chair
Pine
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Tribal Antique Round Chair
Wood
1750s Dutch Rococo Antique Round Chair
Wood
1850s English Victorian Antique Round Chair
Walnut
19th Century English Antique Round Chair
Walnut
1820s American Empire Antique Round Chair
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Round Chair
Walnut, Upholstery, Cane
Early 20th Century French Empire Antique Round Chair
Cotton, Walnut
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Round Chair
Wood
1850s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Round Chair
Cowhide, Walnut
1880s Victorian Antique Round Chair
Wood
Mid-19th Century Romanian Antique Round Chair
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Round Chair
Straw, Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Round Chair
Walnut
1890s Italian Victorian Antique Round Chair
Cast Stone
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Round Chair
Elm
1860s American Adirondack Antique Round Chair
Cane, Wood
Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Round Chair
Giltwood
1660s European Folk Art Antique Round Chair
Beech
1840s Swiss Neoclassical Antique Round Chair
Cherry
1910s Antique Round Chair
Hardwood
Early 1900s Chinese Export Antique Round Chair
Mahogany
Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Round Chair
Cherry
1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Round Chair
Wood
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Round Chair
Wood
1790s German Louis XVI Antique Round Chair
Walnut
1910s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Round Chair
Beech
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Round Chair
Silk, Giltwood
19th Century French Regency Antique Round Chair
Upholstery, Fruitwood
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Round Chair
Beech
1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Round Chair
Beech, Bentwood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Round Chair
Cane, Mahogany
Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Round Chair
Hardwood, Elm, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century European Antique Round Chair
Leather, Oak
Early 19th Century Italian Rococo Revival Antique Round Chair
Brass, Iron
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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 rounded chair called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023What a rounded chair is called depends on its design. A rounded upholstered chair with a deep seat is a barrel back, while one that features a pedestal base and a round removable cushion is a Papasan chair. Chairs with rounded backs and narrow waists made of exposed wood are balloon back chairs. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What are round chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
Round chairs are called Papasan chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Round rattan chairs are known as papasan chairs. Papasan chairs are characterized by their large bowl shape, which rests in a rattan frame, and is complete with a large cushion. Shop a collection of Papasan chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Round wicker chairs are called papasan chairs. The round frame of the chair is usually made of rattan or wicker and is covered in a soft cushion. There is a wide range of wicker furniture 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Big, round chairs are called Papasan chairs. They feature angled bowl-shaped basket seats and round bases. For comfort, the chairs have thick, tufted cushions. You'll find a collection of Papasan chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Round wicker chairs with matching round cushions are Papasan chairs. You may also see them referred to as saucer chairs or bowl chairs. You can find a variety of Papasan chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Countless chair styles have incorporated rounded backs over the centuries, including the famous club chair. Some interior designers favor round-back chairs for their sleek curvatures. Shop a collection of rounded back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers Oon 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Some round wicker chairs are called papasan chairs, saucer chairs, bowl chairs or moon chairs. If the chair is more oval and can seat two people instead of one, it is referred to as a mamasan chair. Shop a collection of wicker furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an antique Bergère chair?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An antique Bergère chair is a Victorian-era French armchair, often with upholstered armrests and a removable seat cushion. The curved back of this chair would be crafted with wicker. Shop a collection of Bergère chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bergere chairs are a type of upholstered French armchair that have an enclosed design. They’re designed for lounging comfortably and usually feature deep, wide seats. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique Bergere chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The size of a round table that can fit eight chairs is around 60 inches. That measurement corresponds to the diameter, meaning the distance across the top of the table through its center. To ensure comfort, choose a dining table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height of your dining chairs. Shop a wide range of round dining tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending on the quality, age, and model, Koken vintage barber chairs can sell for $500 to $6000. Older chairs will often have a higher value.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There is no universal guideline for determining the value of antique high chairs. Typically, high chairs can cost anywhere between $50 and $500. The price of a high chair is determined by the condition of the chair, its construction, whether or not all parts are intact and its desirability.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024How many chairs fit around a 60-inch round table depends largely on the size of the chairs. Most tables that are 60 inches in diameter can accommodate around 10 chairs comfortably. Ensure that there is enough space between the chairs so that users can pull them in and out easily and have enough elbow room to dine unencumbered. Shop a wide range of round tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.
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